Abstract
The Bedford County Historical Society (BCHS) traces its roots back to April 30, 1874. On July 4, 1937, however, Albert S. Ritchey and Major Simon M. Lutz organized the current society and dedicated it to the mission of documenting, preserving, protecting, and promoting the history and heritage of Bedford County for the benefit of current and future generations.
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