What happened to the states of Virginia as a result of the debate over secession?

The debate over secession during the Civil War era led to a significant division within Virginia. In 1861, after Virginia voted to secede from the Union, the northwestern region of the state, which opposed secession, broke away to form West Virginia. This split resulted in Virginia being aligned with the Confederacy, while West Virginia remained loyal to the Union, highlighting the deep regional and political divides within the state. The conflict ultimately reshaped the political landscape of the region and had lasting implications for both states.