Valmy: Small in stature but big in stories
At first glance, the tiny enclave of Valmy, located about 35 miles east of Winnemucca, doesnât appear to consist of much more than a large service station with an RV park. But thereâs far more to its story. A railroad stop was established here in the 1890s to provide water and fuel for passing trains. Due to the presence of springs in the area, it long had been the site of many battles between rival Shoshone tribal units sparring over the water. In fact, because of those skirmishes, it was named after a famous French battle site. Records indicate that a post office opened at ano...
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