Formed in 1820 from Hampshire and Berkeley counties, and named for Daniel Morgan who served as an officer in the Revolutionary War. He volunteered to go with Benedict Arnold on his Quebec expedition. He commanded Revolutionary troops in the Battle of Cowpens, South Carolina, in 1781. County Quick FactsYear Founded: 1820 County Seat: Bath 2005 Population: 16,022 County Courthouse83 Fairfax St Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 Phone:(304) 258-8541 Fax:(304) 258-8545 |