Kentucky Historical Markers

The Battle of Blue Licks in Kentucky was one of the last battles fought in the American Revolution.

https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/590

https://www.kentuckytourism.com/carlisle/natural-attractions/nature-wildlife/blue-licks-battlefield-state-resort-park

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Kenton County was named for the remarkable pioneer and early Kentucky settler, Simon Kenton.

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The parents of General U.S. Grant, 18th president, lived in Covington, Ky for many years.

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Country music stars left Nashville and drove to Franklin, Ky to get married because Kentucky law allowed a wedding to take place the same day as the marriage license was issued.

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Did you know that one of the biggest and earliest revivals of The Second Great Awakening occurred in Paris, Ky?

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and https://caneridge.org/

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Did you know, that the famous western scout and soldier, Kit Carson, was born in Richmond, KY?

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Ward Hall, built in the 1850's is a classic example of Greek Revival architecture. Some have called it the "Biltmore of Kentucky".

For more information on Ward Hall, check out www.wardhall.net

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The Trail of Tears was a tragic event in U.S. history. The govt. forced several native American tribes from their land to territory west of the Mississippi, including the Cherokee, who were marched through part of Kentucky.

You can read the Treaty of New Echota at the following: https://cherokeeregistry.com/treaty-of-new-echota-1835/

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The story of Kentucky born Carry A. Nation, who was known for busting up saloons with a hatchet.

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