Mt. Zion Church
Mt. Zion Old School Baptist Church was founded in 1851. Just west of the church is a graveyard containing many 19th century grave markers. On July 6, 1864 nearby, Mosby's Rangers attacked and routed 150 Union cavalrymen. Over 100 Union soldiers were killed, wounded or captured. Mosby had eight men wounded, one mortally. The church is site of the annual Thomas family reunion founded 1934.
Marker is at the intersection of John Mosby Highway (U.S. 50) and Watson Road (County Route 860), on the right when traveling east on John Mosby Highway.
Courtesy hmdb.org
