Beverly B. Douglas

Biography

Beverly B. Douglas studied law in Virginia and answered the call of public service, representing his neighbors in the halls of the United States Congress before the Civil War. Known for his thoughtful approach to rural concerns, he returned to his practice in times of turmoil while remaining attentive to the needs of Zoar and the surrounding counties.

After the war he continued to mentor young lawyers and contribute to the civic conversation, leaving an imprint of measured statesmanship and quiet resolve.