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"Aunt Julia" Marcum
Marker Number 672
County Whitley
Location Williamsburg, Courthouse lawn, US 25-W
Description Only woman, as a fighter, to receive a U.S. pension: special Act of Congress, 1884. Marcum home in Tenn., a depot for southerners going north to Union army. She lost eye; badly wounded defending home against marauders; then the family came here. Unionist father killed in action. Her life devoted to patriotic, religious work. Died in 1936, age 91, military funeral.
Subjects Civil War
"Horrible Massacre"
Marker Number 2283
County Shelby
Location US 60, 1/2 mile west of Simpsonville
Description On January 25, 1865, Co. E. 5th United States Colored Calvary (USCC) attacked by Confederate guerillas while driving herd of 900 cattle to Louisville. About 22 men killed and at least eight severely wounded. Based at Camp Nelson, nearly all of the recruits were former slaves. The 5th also fought in 1864 Saltville battles.

(Reverse) African American Cemetery- The 5th USCC troopers killed in 1865 Simpsonville slaughter were buried in a mass grave by local residents. Area used as African American cemetery. Members of the Trim #2 United Brothers of Friendship Lodge operated the cemetery until the last member died in 1965. Lodge hall located in Simpsonville.
Subjects African American , Cemeteries , Civil War
"Morgan's Men" Here
Marker Number 625
County Clark
Location Winchester, Courthouse lawn, US 60 & KY 627
Description CSA Gen. John H. Morgan's cavalry first raided Kentucky July, 1862. Took Cynthiana but, faced by large USA forces, withdrew. Destroyed arms here on 19th and went to Richmond. On last raid, June 1864, after two battles at Mt. Sterling, they moved by here to Lexington and to Cynthiana where they met defeat on 12th and retreated to Virginia. See map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
"Morgan's Men" Here
Marker Number 627
County Mercer
Location Shakertown at Pleasant Hill, US 68
Description Shakers hid their horses as CSA Gen. J. H. Morgan's cavalry came this way July 13, 1862. But he forbade command to trespass or molest Shakers out of respect for their religion. Grateful for this good treatment Shakers fed Morgan and his men magnificently as they retreated through here on Oct. 11, 1862 after Battle of Perryville. See map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Perryville, Battle of , Shakers
"Sue Mundy" Here
Marker Number 537
County Woodford
Location US 62, Midway
Description Jerome Clarke, called Sue Mundy, one of Morgan's Raiders, formed his own guerrilla band on Morgan's death Sept. 1864. Clarke and band raided here November 1, 1864, killing Adam Harper. Four Confederate prisoners executed in reprisal by Union forces. On Feb. 2, 1865, Clarke returned with William Quantrill, another guerrilla leader, burned depot here and stole 15 horses.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan's Raiders , Sue Mundy
1862 in Lawrenceburg
Marker Number 630
County Anderson
Location Woodford St., Lawrenceburg, US 62
Description CSA General J. H. Morgan's cavalry, on first Kentucky raid, here July 14, 1862; as threat to Frankfort. Went instead to Georgetown, took Cynthiana and Paris, returned to Tennessee. Raid covered 1000 miles, 17 towns taken, US stores destroyed. October 8, 1862, during Perryville battle, CSA Gen. E. Kirby Smith's men defeated US under Gen. J. W. Sill west of here. Map other side.

(Reverse) Map showing Confederate Raids and Invasions and a Federal Retreat, in Kentucky.
Subjects Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Morgan, John Hunt , Perryville, Battle of
A Civil War Action
Marker Number 527
County Henderson
Location Henderson, Courthouse lawn, Old US 41, KY 54
Description Brig. General A. R. Johnson and 30 CSA raiders took city, capturing 50 guns, hospital supplies, and commissary stores July 17, 1862, then raided Newburg, Ind., and returned to Henderson. Threat of Morgan's Raiders prevented USA Hdqrs. at Louisville from sending relief. July 22 troops arrived here from Evansville, Ind., but CSA troops had abandoned area.
Subjects Civil War , Johnson, Adam R. , Morgan's Raiders
A Civil War Defense Line
Marker Number 538
County Warren
Location Roland Bland Park, Bowling Green
Description Troops under Generals S. B. Buckner and A. S. Johnston, CSA, took up this key position in the Southern defense line on September 18, 1861. After Fort Henry fell and Fort Donelson was threatened, they evacuated Feb. 11-13, 1862. Gen. O. M. Mitchell and Federal troops entered Feb. 14, 1862, occupying the evacuated fort and securing the defense line for the North.
Subjects Buckner, Simon Bolivar , Civil War , Forts and Stations , Johnston, Albert Sidney
A Civil War Reprisal
Marker Number 504
County Franklin
Location New Capitol Grounds, Frankfort
Description Near here on Nov. 2, 1864 four innocent Confederate prisoners were executed in reprisal for the murder of Union supporter, Robert Graham of Peaks Mill, Franklin Co. All Kentuckians: Elijah Horton of Carter, Thomas Hunt and John Long of Mason, Thornton Lafferty of Pendleton counties. Hunt's body reburied at Maysville, others in the Frankfort Cemetery.
Subjects Civil War
A Civil War Reprisal
Marker Number 725
County Owen
Location 2 mi. E of Lusby's Mill, Jct. KY 1330 & Keefer Rd.
Description Three Confederates, imprisoned at Lexington, were executed at Williamstown, Aug. 15, 1864, in reprisal for guerrilla murder of Union sympathizers, Joel Skirvin and Anderson Simpson. Victims were from this area: William P. and John L. Lingenfelter, brothers of Mrs. Simpson, and George Wainscott. Lingenfelter graves are quarter mile north.
Subjects Civil War
A Confederate Thrust
Marker Number 519
County Kenton
Location Ft. Mitchell Country Club, off US 25, 42
Description In the Confederate effort to gain control of Central Ky., Gen. Heth and troops reached outskirts of Covington Sept. 6, 1862 as threat to the North. Object was to hold USA troops here and prevent their moving to resist Bragg's forces nearing Louisville. Large Union forces crossed river for defense. Heth withdrew Sept. 12, obtaining recruits, food and supplies.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War
A General's Prayer
Marker Number 539
County Mercer
Location Chiles St., St. Philips Epis. Church, Harrodsburg
Description "Peace to the land and blessings on friend and foe alike." Prayer by Gen. Leonidas K. Polk, CSA, an Episcopal Bishop, offered on October 9, 1862 following the Battle of Perryville. Shaken by the horrors of war, just witnessed, Polk entered this church asking that bell be tolled. Soldiers' and civilians' tears mingled with prayers in one great supplication.
Subjects Civil War , Perryville, Battle of , Polk, Leonidas K.
A Governor for Tennessee
Marker Number 1333
County Daviess
Location Owensboro-Daviess Co. Airport
Description Albert Smith Marks birthplace site, October 16, 1836. Moved to Tennessee at age 19. Served as the 24th governor of that state, 1879-81, following distinguished service in Civil War. Enlisted early in the Confederacy, rising to rank of colonel. Battle of Perryville, 1862. Severely wounded Battle of Murfreesborough, December 31, 1862. "One of best officers in division."
Subjects Civil War , Perryville, Battle of
A Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 520
County Greenup
Location Greenup, Courthouse lawn, US 23
Description USA Brig. Gen. George W. Morgan with 8000 men reached here Oct. 3, 1862 on way to Camp Dennison, Ohio, after retreating over 200 miles from Cumberland Gap in sixteen days, harassed by CSA Morgan's Raiders. USA forces had held Gap but Confederate operations based in Barbourville, 24 miles north of Gap, had cut off Union supplies and made retreat necessary.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Cumberland Gap , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan's Raiders
A Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 521
County Bell
Location Cumberland Gap, US 25-E
Description During the Civil War, Cumberland Gap was held alternately by Union and CSA armies. USA forces under Gen. George W. Morgan occupied it June 18 to Sept. 17, 1862. Cut off from supplies and surrounded, Morgan with 9,000 men retreated successfully to Greenup on Ohio River, 200 miles in 16 days over mountain roads, and despite the harassment of CSA Morgan's Raiders.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan's Raiders
A Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 637
County Carter
Location 6 mi. S. of Grayson, KY 7
Description Retreating from Cumberland Gap, General George W. Morgan's Union force of 8,000 men camped here September 1862. CSA Morgan's Raiders harassed USA, 30 miles along here; skirmishing, felling trees across roads and preempting food and supplies. Covering 200 miles in 16 days, USA reached Greenup on Ohio River Oct. 3, on way to Camp Dennison, Ohio. Map on other side.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan's Raiders
A Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 638
County Lee
Location Beattyville, KY 11, 52
Description Gen. George W. Morgan's 9,000 USA force occupied Cumberland Gap June 18 to Sept. 17, 1862. Cut off from supplies, Morgan began 200-mile retreat. Searching for supplies the command came this way. CSA had burned flour mill night before. Retreat from Gap to Greenup on Ohio River, made in 16 days despite harassment by CSA Morgan's Raiders. Map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan's Raiders
A Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 642
County Carter
Location Grayson, US 60
Description As Gen. George W. Morgan's Union force, 8,000 when here, retreated from Cumberland Gap, they were harassed from West Liberty by CSA General John H. Morgan's Raiders. Failure of reinforcements to reach here caused Confederates to leave October 1, 1862 and rejoin main CSA force in Lexington. Union forces reached Greenup Oct. 3, 200 miles in 16 days. See map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan's Raiders
A Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 645
County Owsley
Location Booneville, Courthouse lawn, KY 11, 30
Description General George W. Morgan's 9,000 USA force occupied Cumberland Gap June 18 to Sept. 17, 1862. Cut off from supplies, Morgan began 200-mile retreat. From Manchester they moved in two columns, both seeking supplies, through here on to Proctor. Retreat from Gap to Greenup on Ohio River made in 16 days despite harassment by CSA Morgan's Raiders. Map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan's Raiders
A Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 568
County Clay
Location KY 11, 21/2 mi. S. of Manchester
Description Gen. George W. Morgan's Union forces occupied Cumberland Gap, June 18 to Sept. 17, 1862. Cut off from supplies and surrounded, Morgan with 9,000 men withdrew. They camped here Sept. 19-21, to perfect organization for march. Made fruitless supply search. Entire retreat to Ohio River, 200 miles, made in 16 days, despite harassment by CSA Morgan's Raiders.
Subjects Civil War , Cumberland Gap , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan, John Hunt , Morgan's Raiders
A Paducah CSA Hero
Marker Number 963
County McCracken
Location 514 Park, Paducah
Description Col. Albert P. Thompson fell here in Battle of Paducah, March 25, 1864, victim of Union cannonball. He commanded the 3rd Ky. Inf. CSA. The battle climaxed Gen. Nathan B. Forrest's memorable raid seeking medical supplies and munitions. Thompson, a respected lawyer here, joined Confederate cause in 1861. After war reinterred at Murray. Sponsored by Paducah Lions Club.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Paducah , Paducah, Battle of
A Skirmish in 1861
Marker Number 671
County Ohio
Location Cromwell, US 231
Description Sept. 1861, General S. B. Buckner with 5,000 CSA occupied Bowling Green, part of Confederate defense line along Ky.-Tennessee border. Purpose: to prevent USA moves south, provide base for future CSA moves north. Scouting in this area, October 31, CSA attacked home guard and small Union force here. After skirmish, CSA retired "with three buggy loads of killed and wounded."
Subjects Bowling Green , Buckner, Simon Bolivar , Civil War
A Warfield Skirmish
Marker Number 726
County Martin
Location Warfield, KY 40, 971
Description A plundering, burning, Confederate detached force, under command of Col. V. A. Witcher, harassed east Kentucky and West Virginia during most of the Civil War. In fall, 1864, they took horses and cattle in this area from friend and foe. While Witcher's men made barbecue, Home Guards from Louisa attacked from hill to west. After exchange of fire, both withdrew. See over.

(Reverse) Warfield - First Martin County seat, 1870. Established about 1850 as a coal, salt and lumber community by George Rogers Clark Floyd and John Warfield of Va. mountains. Products shipped by river boats to Catlettsburg. Floyd was son of one Governor of Virginia, brother of another. Coal mines used thru Civil War as hiding place against marauding by enemy. See over.
Subjects Civil War
African Cemetery No. 2
Marker Number 2110
County Fayette
Location 419 East Seventh St., Lexington
Description Earliest recorded cemetery in Lexington to be organized, owned, and managed by African Americans. The site has been in existence since 1869. Trustees of Benevolent Society No. 2 successfully operated cemetery. Many individuals buried here were important leaders in the community. See over. Presented by African Cemetery No. 2, Inc. and the Ky. African American Heritage Commission.

(Reverse) African Cemetery No. 2 - Buried here are leaders of: Ladies Auxiliary Society No. 2, Colored People's Union Benevolent Society No. 1, Lexington A and M Fair of Colored People, Colored Orphan Industrial Home, the horse-racing industry, early public schools for African Americans, individuals for social and economic advancement after Civil War. Members of the U.S. Colored Troops buried here.
Subjects African American , Cemeteries , Civil War
Army of Six
Marker Number 1103
County Hopkins
Location Arch & Spring Sts., Madisonville
Description Union troops, 300, ordered to burn the CSA Madisonville sympathizers' homes, 1862; withdrew, bluffed by CSA Gen. Adam Johnson and six men. CSA went on to Henderson, crossed river to Newburg, taking medical supplies, arms and rations for the Confederates. Johnson and his Breckinridge Guards became famous for daring raids until he was blinded in battle, 1864.
Subjects Breckinridge, John Cabell , Civil War , Johnson, Adam R.
Augusta in Civil War
Marker Number 501
County Bracken
Location Augusta, KY 8
Description By Sept. 1862, 6,000 Union troops had gone from this district. Only 100 Home Guards left, under Col. Bradford. On Sept. 27, Col. Duke with 350 Morgan Raiders attacked. Guards secreted in houses fought until Raiders penetrated area, burned and cannonaded houses. CSA losses of men and ammunition forced return to Falmouth and abandonment of raid into Ohio.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan's Raiders
Bacon Creek Bridge
Marker Number 530
County Hart
Location Bonnieville, US 31-W
Description The L&N R.R. bridge near here, a main USA supply line between Louisville and Bowling Green, was destroyed by Confederate troops in late 1861. Before repairs were complete, Morgan's Raiders burned it Dec. 5, 1861. This act brought Morgan's daring to public eye. A year later Morgan again burned the trestle and stockade, taking 93 prisoners of 91st Ill. Vol.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Baker Hill
Marker Number 1049
County Warren
Location Old Louisville Rd., north of Bowling Green
Description One of nine hills fortified by CSA making Bowling Green a strong Confederate defense center, 1861. Feb. 14, 1862, day after CSA left the area, USA forces in command of Gen. Ormsby Mitchell bombarded the town from here. It continued until a civilian bearing flag of truce advised Federals CSA had gone. Residence on hilltop used as hospital by USA to end of war.
Subjects Bowling Green , Civil War
Barren County, 1798
Marker Number 1255
County Barren
Location Courthouse lawn, US 31-E, 68, Glasgow
Description Taken from parts of Green and Warren counties. Glasgow, county seat, was founded in 1799. County received name from the "barrens" or prairies of this region. Early explorers and settlers came through this area. In Civil War, first two of Morgan's Raids moved through here, 1862. The CSA invasion of Kentucky under Gen. Braxton Bragg entered here, 1862.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Battle of Cynthiana
Marker Number 109
County Harrison
Location 300-400 ft. S. of US 27, 62, bridge
Description Here Colonel John Hunt Morgan defeated Federal forces and captured the town July 18, 1862. On June 12, 1864, Morgan, as Brigadier General, was defeated here by Federal General Stephen Burbridge.

This marker was removed and replaced by marker #2312. It is housed in the Cynthiana-Harrison County Museum located at 112 S. Walnut Street in Cynthiana.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Morgan, John Hunt
Battle of Green River Bridge
Marker Number 89
County Taylor
Location 9 mi. S. of Campbellsville, Bypass on Old KY 55
Description Here on July 4, 1863, Confederates of Morgan's Brigade under Colonel A. R. Johnson attacked entrenched position of Federal forces under Colonel O. H. Moore. They were repulsed eight times.
Subjects Civil War , Johnson, Adam R. , Morgan, John Hunt
Battle of Irvine
Marker Number 1507
County Estill
Location Irvine, Courthouse lawn, KY 52 & 89
Description Only Civil War battle in this area. Col. John S. Scott, CSA, and troops arrived here July 30, 1863, with plan to capture 14th Ky. Cavalry. Held Irvine only a few hours. Col. W. P. Sanders, USA, and his force pursued Scott, capturing some of rear guard. Col. Scott's troops crossed river at Irvine but fought with Col. Sanders' men from other side. Scott soon departed.
Subjects Civil War
Battle of Ivy Mountain
Marker Number 164
County Floyd
Location S. of Prestonsburg, US 23, 460
Description Site of first important Civil War engagement in Big Sandy Valley, November 8, 1861, when Confederate forces led by Captain Andrew Jackson May were defeated by Federal troops under General William Nelson.
Subjects Civil War , Nelson, William
Battle of Lebanon
Marker Number 600
County Marion
Location At R.R. Station, off US 68, Lebanon
Description Morgan's 2,400 Raiders, on way to Ohio, met by Colonel C. S. Hanson's 380 Union men here, July 5, 1863. During battle Hanson barricaded in railroad depot. Raiders fired buildings but rain prevented wide destruction. After 7-hour battle, Union troops, almost encircled, gave up. Forced at double-quick to Springfield, then paroled. Raiders crossed Ohio River at Brandenburg.
Subjects Civil War , Lebanon, Battle of , Morgan's Raiders
Battle of London
Marker Number 560
County Laurel
Location London, Courthouse lawn, Main St., US 25
Description 500 CSA cavalry led by Colonel J. S. Scott attacked 200 USA troops and 98 convalescents under Colonel L. C. Houk here Aug. 17, 1862; killed 13, wounded 17, captured 111 men and 40 wagons. CSA lost 2 killed, 4 wounded. Houk forced back to Gen. George W. Morgan's main USA force at Cumberland Gap. Cut off from supplies, Morgan began his retreat to Ohio thirty days later.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, George Washington
Battle of Middle Creek
Marker Number 85
County Floyd
Location 1 mi. W. of Prestonsburg, KY 114
Description Deciding factor in control of Big Sandy Valley. On Jan. 10, 1862, Gen. Humphrey Marshall, leading Confederates, was defeated here by Union forces under Col. James A. Garfield, later President of the U.S.
Subjects Civil War , Garfield, James A. , Marshall, Humphrey
Battle of Mt. Sterling
Marker Number 177
County Montgomery
Location Mt. Sterling, Courthouse lawn, US 60
Description On March 22, 1863, about 300 Confederate cavalrymen under Colonel R. S. Cluke captured this city, taking 438 prisoners, 222 wagon loads of military stores, 500 mules, and 1000 stand of arms. Confederate losses: 8 killed, 13 wounded. Union losses: 4 killed, 10 wounded.
Subjects Civil War , Mt. Sterling
Battle of Munfordville
Marker Number 119
County Hart
Location 2 mi. S. of Munfordville, US 31-W
Description Union forces commanded by Colonel Wilder surrendered to Mississippi regiments of General Bragg's army on September 17, 1862, following battle on the 14th. 50 killed and 307 wounded. Bragg evacuated Munfordville on 20th before General Buell's forces arrived. Confederates destroyed railroad bridge. Site of Fort Craig and monument to Colonel R. A. Smith 1500 ft. west.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Buell, Don Carlos , Civil War , Forts and Stations
Battle of Perryville
Marker Number 58
County Boyle
Location Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, KY 1920
Description October 8, 1862. Here 16,000 Confederates under General Braxton Bragg fought 22,000 Federals under General Don Carlos Buell. Bragg, facing superior forces, withdrew. Union casualties, 4211; Confederate, 3396.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Buell, Don Carlos , Civil War , Perryville, Battle of
Battle of Perryville, Oct. 8, 1862
Marker Number 553
County Boyle
Location Perryville, US 68, 150
Description The battle was brought on by Confederate Lieut. Gen. Braxton Bragg as a delaying action to insure safe withdrawal of a huge wagon train of supplies and to enable him to effect a junction with the army of Maj. Gen. E. Kirby Smith in the vicinity of Versailles.

In overall command of the Union Army (Army of the Ohio) was Maj. Gen. Don Carlos Buell, with Maj. General George H. Thomas second in command. Buell had three corps. First: Maj. Gen. Alexander McDowell McCook. Second: Maj. Gen. Thomas L. Crittenden. Third: Maj. Gen. Charles C. Gilbert.

In overall command of the Confederate Army (Army of the Mississippi) was Gen. Bragg, with Maj. Gen. Leonidas Polk commander of the Right Wing and Maj. Gen. William J. Hardee of the Left Wing. Bragg had three divisions: Maj. Gen. Benjamin F. Cheatham’s; Brig. Gen. J. Patton Anderson’s; and Maj. Gen. Simon Bolivar Buckner’s.

The main action began at 2:00 p.m. with a fierce charge by Brig. Gen. John A. Wharton’s cavalry, on the extreme Confederate right, followed immediately by a rapid advance of Cheatham’s entire line. Simultaneously, Buckner’s and Anderson’s moved forward, amid heavy cannonading from numerous batteries on both sides.

Cheatham’s charge caught a large number of McCook’s men (many fresh enlistees) unaware and off guard, far in advance of their lines, seeking water in the vicinity of Doctor’s Creek. Both Cheatham’s and Buckner’s divisions drove McCook’s men back to their former ill-formed positions and, after heavy, often desperate, hand-to-hand fighting, dislodged his entire corps, pushing him back a distance of approximately a mile west of the Creek. On the Con-federate left, however, Anderson was unable to dislodge the division of Brig. Gen. Philip H. Sheridan, timely enforced by Brig. Gen. Albin Schoepf’s division.

Late afternoon, Anderson’s advancing left was struck by a determined charge of Col. William P. Carlin’s brigade (R. B. Mitchell’s division, Gilbert’s Corps) between the Springfield and Lebanon roads, the charge carrying through Perryville and out on the Danville and Harrodsburg roads. Toward dusk, desperate staying actions by brigades of Col. John C. Stark-weather (Rousseau’s division) and Col. Michael Gooding (Mitchell’s division) enabled McCook to stabilize his battered corps along a line immediately beyond the Russell house and Benton road. In his favor too were the coming of darkness and near exhaustion of the Confederates.

General Buell, headquarters at the Dorsey house on Springfield road, was not aware that the battle was in progress until 4:00 p.m., too late to have Crittenden’s corps, along Lebanon road, pivot around in an attempt to envelop the enemy forces.

After nightfall, Bragg finally realized that his small force faced practically Buell’s entire army. This knowledge caused him to order withdrawal at midnight toward Harrodsburg. On the whole, the Con-federate troops were better handled and used than these of the Union. The battle ended as a tactical victory for Bragg; a strategic victory for Buell, who held the field.

The Confederate commander employed only 16,000 men and sustained 3,396 casualties; 510 killed, 2,635 wound-ed, and 251 missing. Buell used between 22,000 and 28,000; sustained 4,421 casualties; 845 killed, 2,851 wounded and 515 captured or missing. The battle was one of the fiercest and bloodiest of modern times.

Had Buell and Bragg been better informed and more aggressive, the battle of Perryville might have been the decisive engagement of the Civil War in the West. After this battle, the Confederates never returned to Kentucky in great force; the state remained firmly in the Union.

Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Buckner, Simon Bolivar , Buell, Don Carlos , Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Perryville, Battle of , Polk, Leonidas K.
Battle-June 8, 1864
Marker Number 628
County Montgomery
Location Mt. Sterling, US 460
Description Early this day CSA forces under Gen. John H. Morgan on his tragic last raid attacked Union camp here under Capt. Edward Barlow. CSA took 380 prisoners and material. $59,000 taken from Farmers' Bank. Leaving a force here under Col. H. L. Giltner, Morgan moved west with 2nd Brigade. Next morning CSA driven out. Joined by Morgan, took Lexington next day. See map.
Subjects Civil War , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Battle-June 9, 1864
Marker Number 629
County Montgomery
Location Mt. Sterling, W. on US 60
Description CSA took Mt. Sterling on previous day. Early on 9th US forces under General S. G. Burbridge attacked CSA under Col. R. M. Martin camped on Camargo Pike. Col. H. L. Giltner brought CSA force from Levee Road, but both driven through city. CSA counterattacked, but was repulsed. Heavy loss on both sides. Morgan joined them and took Lexington next day. See map other side.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Battles of Cynthiana
Marker Number 2312
County Harrison
Location US 27 near John Hunt Morgan bridge, Cynthiana
Description 1st Battle of Cynthiana- During CSA Col. John H. Morgan’s 1st KY Raid, on July 17, 1862, 875 CSA hit town via the Georgetown Pike. 350 US troops & Home Guard defended town from houses. Morgan attacked across Licking River and outflanked US troops, who gave up after 2 hours. Approx. 40 CSA, 90 US killed & wounded. Morgan was surprised because the US defense was unexpectedly strong.

(Reverse) 2nd Battle of Cynthiana- In mid-1864, Morgan raided KY from VA. Discipline had broken down and some CSA robbed a Mt.Sterling bank before coming here on June 11. CSA defeated Union defenders and burned part of town to drive defenders out of houses. Morgan’s men were routed the next day north of town. Defeated, the CSA fled back to VA.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Bayou de Chine Church
Marker Number 1597
County Graves
Location 2 1/2 mi. E. of Water Valley, KY 2422
Description Named after a stream which flows nearby, this church congregation is the oldest of Mayfield Presbytery. It was organized circa 1826; original log church used until 1866. During Civil War part of CSA Army located near here at Camp Beauregard. When a measles epidemic swept camp, Bayou de Chine was used as hospital. Many soldiers are buried in community graveyard at site of the camp.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Presbyterian Church
Bear Wallow
Marker Number 698
County Barren
Location US 31-E at Hart Co. line, Bear Wallow
Description On CSA invasion of Kentucky, resulting in battle of Perryville, General Leonidas Polk's wing moved thru here, September 16, 1862, to attack USA troops at Munfordville. Two of Kentucky raids by CSA Gen. John Hunt Morgan's cavalry routed thru here, July 10 and December 25, 1862. On second raid, skirmish here failed to retard the CSA. See map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Polk, Leonidas K.
Belknap Campus
Marker Number 541
County Jefferson
Location University of Louisville Campus, Louisville
Description Originally this was site of the old Industrial School of Reform and House of Refuge, established 1860. During Civil War, institution used by Union troops as barracks and parade grounds. The property, with several original buildings, taken over by Univ. of Louisville in 1923 and called the University campus. Renamed in 1927 in honor of benefactor William R. Belknap.
Subjects Civil War , Schools , University of Louisville
Bell's Tavern
Marker Number 1039
County Barren
Location 2 blocks off US 31-W, Park City
Description Erected by Wm. Bell, 1830. Stage stop for his lines that brought visitors to Mammoth Cave when first promoted. Famed in U.S. and Europe for elite patrons, cuisine and magic peach and honey brandy for "Joy before the journey's end," until it burned 1860. Civil War doomed completion of new tavern begun by grandson, Wm. F. Bell, and his stepfather, George M. Proctor.
Subjects Civil War , Stagecoach Stops , Mammoth Cave
Bethel College
Marker Number 1269
County Christian
Location Site of college, 15th Street, Hopkinsville, US 41, 68
Description Organized by the Bethel Baptist Association and opened in 1854 as Bethel Female High School. Used by CSA as hospital during Black Measles epidemic, 1861-1862. Bethel Women's Jr. College, 1917. Closed 1942-1945; rooms rented to Camp Campbell Army officers. Became co-educational in 1951; name changed to Bethel College. Closed, 1964. Buildings razed, 1966.
Subjects Civil War , World War II
Big Hill Skirmish
Marker Number 1124
County Madison
Location N. of US 421, near Jct. of Madison, Jackson & Rockcastle Counties
Description Aug. 23, 1862, 650 cavalry of Gen. E. Kirby Smith's invading CSA army routed small Federal force under Col. Leonidas Metcalfe here on way to seize Ky., cooperating with CSA army under Gen. Braxton Bragg. Central Ky. captured, but plans to take Cincinnati and Louisville failed. CSA retired from Kentucky after Battle of Perryville, October 8, 1862.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Perryville, Battle of , Richmond, Battle of
Boneyville
Marker Number 2268
County Lincoln
Location Near Boneyville Baptist Church, 3.5 mi. SW of Stanford
Description One of several “free towns” in Lincoln Co. Created in 1867 from Hugh Hays’ estate and named for founder, Napoleon Bonaparte Hays (1838-1907). “Boney” earned freedom in 1864 enlisting at Camp Nelson as Pvt., Co. C., 12th Regt. U.S. Colored Heavy Artillery during Civil War. One of founders of AME Church in Stanford & the Boneyville School.

(Reverse) Alfred Simpson (1828-1905), a former slave, purchased 225 acres in Boneyville. He helped establish one-room school after Civil War. It was used until about 1961. Marriage joined the Hays & Simpson families. Many descendants still reside in this area. Community supports two churches, Bethel AME and First Missionary Baptist.
Subjects African American , Baptist Church , Civil War , Schools
Boone Salt Springs
Marker Number 151
County Floyd
Location David, KY 404
Description Discovered by Daniel Boone and one or two companions while exploring Eastern Kentucky, winter 1767-68. Later called Young's Salt Works. These springs provided salt for pioneers in the valley and for troops on both sides during the Civil War.
Subjects Boone, Daniel , Civil War , Salt Works
Bottom House
Marker Number 192
County Boyle
Location Perryville Battlefield, US 68 & 150
Description Owned by Squire H. P. Bottom, it was a key position in Battle of Perryville, Oct. 8, 1862. At the beginning of battle, held by USA troops. After a massed attack, Confederates took the house and held it. The battle over, Bottom identified and buried CSA dead.
Subjects Civil War , Perryville, Battle of
Burnside
Marker Number 979
County Pulaski
Location Burnside, US 27
Description First named Point Isabel. Settled about 1800 by pioneers from the Carolinas and Virginia. During the Civil War the Union army, in 1863, set up a troop rendezvous and supply base here as a prelude to East Tennessee campaign of Gen. Ambrose E. Burnside. The area became known as Camp Burnside in official dispatches and the name Burnside was retained after war.
Subjects Civil War
Burnside
Marker Number 980
County Pulaski
Location Burnside Island State Park, US 27
Description First named Point Isabel. Settled about 1800 by pioneers from the Carolinas and Virginia. During the Civil War the Union army, in 1863, set up a troop rendezvous and supply base here as a prelude to East Tennessee campaign of Gen. Ambrose E. Burnside. The area became known as Camp Burnside in official dispatches and the name Burnside retained after war.
Subjects Civil War
Camp Beauregard
Marker Number 180
County Graves
Location North edge of Water Valley, US 45
Description On hill one mile east of this point stood Camp Beauregard. Training base for Confederate troops from six states 1861-1862. Severe epidemics caused heavy mortality rate here.
Subjects Camps , Civil War
Camp Charity
Marker Number 506
County Nelson
Location 7 mi. E. of Bardstown, US 62
Description Named by Lexington Rifles, under John Hunt Morgan, who camped here Sept. 1861. Friendly people took no pay for food. With additional recruits, horses and supplies they joined Confederates at Green River September 30. The Rifles were mustered in as Second Cavalry Regiment, Ky. Volunteers, CSA, which developed into a Division, renowned as "Morgan's Raiders."
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Camp Nelson
Marker Number 1515
County Jessamine
Location In park at Camp Nelson, US 27
Description Named for Major General William Nelson, who established first Union recruiting center south of Ohio River, 1861. Original camp, Garrard Co., called Camp Dick Robinson. For better protection from invading CSA armies of Tenn., camp moved to Jessamine side of Ky. River. Major General George H. Thomas renamed it Camp Nelson. Occupied until end of war; now U.S. military cem. Over.

(Reverse) Maj. Gen. William Nelson - A navy lieutenant when he founded Camp Dick Robinson, Gen. Nelson was the only naval officer, CSA or USA, to become full-rank Civil War major general. He persuaded Lincoln to abandon "hands off" policy in Ky. and to supply 5,000 guns to Union supporters. Killed by fellow Union officer, Jeff C. Davis, in personal dispute at Galt House in Louisville, September 29, 1862.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Lincoln, Abraham , Nelson, William , Rivers , Union Army
Camp Nelson
Marker Number 2222
County Jessamine
Location Camp Nelson, US 27 south of Nicholasville
Description Founded in 1863 as a Union supply depot, hospital, and encampment, in 1864 Camp Nelson became Kentucky's largest, and nation's third largest, recruitment center for African-American soldiers, the U.S.Colored Troops (USCT). Eight USCT regiments were organized here and saw action in Kentucky and Virginia. Over.

(Reverse) The USCT were emancipated from slavery upon enlistment and many brought their wives and children into camp, who were freed after a March 1865 Congressional Act. 23,300 slaves were freed here. Camp Nelson included 4,000 acres and 300 buildings and provided men and supplies for Knoxville, Atlanta, and Saltville- Marion, Va., campaigns. Over.
Subjects African American , Camps , Civil War , Slavery , Union Army
Camp Nelson Covered Bridge
Marker Number 1513
County Jessamine
Location In park at Camp Nelson, US 27
Description Site of first bridge across the Kentucky River. Designed in 1838 by famous bridge builder, Lewis V. Wernwag. With two lanes, each 12 feet wide, it was a single span structure; 240 feet between the abutments which still stand. A main artery between the North and South during Civil War. Condemned, 1926. Longest wooden cantilever bridge in America when razed, 1933.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Covered Bridges , Rivers
Camp Nelson National Cemetery
Marker Number 1610
County Jessamine
Location Camp Nelson, US 27
Description One of 40 burial grounds listed by Congress in 1866 to become National Cemetery sites. Although no battles were fought in immediate area, a large camp hospital was located here. There were 1,183 men buried in this cemetery between July 28, 1863, and February 4, 1866. This included disinterments from several battlefields. The stone wall was built in 1867-68.

(Reverse) Camp Nelson National Cemetery - In June and July of 1868, after the Civil War, over 2,000 dead were removed from five areas of Kentucky and reburied here. This included 975 bodies from the battle of Perryville. Also buried here are soldiers from the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, Korea, and Vietnam. Expansion of the cemetery was made possible by a ten-acre donation in May of 1975.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Korean War , Perryville, Battle of , Spanish-American War , Union Army , World War II , World War I
Camp Swigert
Marker Number 2247
County Greenup
Location US 23, Wurtland
Description Union Civil War training camp was organized Dec. 12, 1861. Made up of 20-25 acres. It became center of volunteer enlistees under command of Col. D. W. Lindsey. Recruits from surrounding counties, Frankfort & Louisville were assigned to form the 22nd Regt of Ky Volunteer Inf. Both black and white infantrymen stationed at Camp Swigert. Over

(Reverse) Engaged in skirmishes in eastern Ky & West Va, followed by Middle Creek, Ky and Cumberland Gap,Tn. They moved through Tennessee and Mississippi. The 22 Ky Volunteer Inf. Regt. consolidated at Baton Rouge, La in March 1864 into the 7 Ky Veteran Inf. Non-veterans were mustered out in Louisville on January 20, 1865. Over
Subjects Civil War , Union Army
Camp Wildcat
Marker Number 1919
County Laurel
Location Hazel Patch, 7 mi. NW of London, US 25
Description Led by Gen. Felix K. Zollicoffer, 7,500 Confederates on October 21, 1861, attacked the entrenched camp of 5,000 Union men under Gen. Albin Schoepf. Union's natural defense advantage in the Rockcastle Hills stopped the Southern troops, who retreated to Tenn. This was major battle during 4 days of skirmishes, attacks, and heavy gunfire. Over. Presented by Laurel County Bicentennial Commission and Forest Service, USDA.

(Reverse) Union Civil War Camp - The Camp Wildcat position was considered crucial for each side. Union forces camped two miles north of here to prevent Confederate attack into the Bluegrass region of Kentucky. Confederates wanted to prevent Union advance into eastern Tennessee, where many citizens remained loyal to the Union. Presented by Laurel County Bicentennial Commission and Forest Service, USDA.
Subjects Camps , Civil War
Campbellsville Baptist Church
Marker Number 1729
County Taylor
Location 420 N. Central Ave., Campbellsville, KY 527
Description Taylor County's oldest congregation began with Pitman Creek, organized 1791, and Robinson Creek, founded by 1793. They combined to form the "Church Pitman," which became Campbellsville Baptist Church, 1852, located on No. Columbia Ave. Frame building there was used by court during the Civil War after Confederates burned the courthouse. Presented by Campbellsville Baptist Church.

(Reverse) Campbellsville Baptist Church - In 1889, Shuttleworth Memorial Baptist Church, now the Library, replaced 1852 building. In 1915-1916, a church with domed ceiling and four walls of stained glass windows was erected; destroyed by fire, 1962. The present Greek Revival edifice was erected in 1963. Of group's origin, only Pitman and Robinson church cemeteries still remain. Presented by Campbellsville Baptist Church.
Subjects Baptist Church , Cemeteries , Civil War , Courthouses , Creeks
Captain Samuel Sanders, 1813-1902
Marker Number 2265
County Owen
Location US 127 at entrance to Monterey
Description Samuel Sanders, a steamboat captain before and after the Civil War, braved the Kentucky River under occasional sniper fire from the Confederate army to bring supplies from Louisville to Monterey and up the Kentucky River to Shaker Landing.
Subjects Civil War , Confederate Army , Kentucky River , Steamboats
Captured and Burned
Marker Number 748
County Hardin
Location 9 mi. S. of Elizabethtown, US 31-W
Description On second Kentucky raid CSA Gen. J. H. Morgan's cavalry came from Glasgow to Hammonville, Dec. 25, 1862. Next day sent some to Bacon Creek and others to Nolin to take stockades and burn trestles, both places. At Nolin, two miles west, 76 Union men taken prisoners and paroled. Stockades and trestles burned both places. Railroad out of use for critical time. See map.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Cassius Marcellus Clay
Marker Number 1576
County Madison
Location Entrance to Richmond Cemetery, US 25 & KY 52
Description Buried in this cemetery is Cassius Marcellus Clay. As a result of his diplomacy in Russia, friendship between the two powers reached its highest peak. This helped prevent intervention of England and France during Civil War and provided an atmosphere which made possible purchase of Alaska, 1867.
Subjects Cemeteries , Civil War , Clay, Cassius M.
Casto-Metcalfe Duel
Marker Number 996
County Bracken
Location Bracken Co. on Mason Co. line, KY 8
Description On the Ohio River shore near here one of the last duels fought in Kentucky under the "code duello" took place on May 8, 1862, between William T. Casto, former Maysville mayor, and Col. Leonidas Metcalfe, U.S. Army, son of former Gov. Thomas Metcalfe. Colts rifles were used at 60 yards. On the first fire Casto was mortally wounded. Metcalfe was not hit. See over.

(Reverse) Cause of the Duel - The duel (see other side) climaxed a bitter Civil War episode. In Oct., 1861, Metcalfe was ordered to arrest 7 men, including Casto, for aiding the Confederates. They were sent north to Union prisons; all were later released, Casto in Feb., 1862. His belief that Col. Metcalfe was responsible for his arrest led Casto to challenge him to duel which ended his own life.
Subjects Civil War , Duels
Cavalry vs. Gunboat
Marker Number 619
County Trigg
Location Canton, US 68
Description CSA General Nathan Bedford Forrest with 6 cavalry companies joined Gen. Charles Clark, Nov. 15, 1861, at Hopkinsville. On reconnaissance learned of USA gunboat Conestoga's intent to destroy CSA supplies at Canton. They met here November 20 in 7 hours of ship-to-shore combat. Conestoga left. Forrest's command had stood ground well, first time under fire. See map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Cave City Raid
Marker Number 1489
County Barren
Location Public Park, KY 70, Cave City
Description CSA General John Hunt Morgan and a company of troops arrived here, May 11, 1862. They seized a train reported to be carrying some of Morgan's men captured at Lebanon, Tenn. Instead, it carried railroad employees whom he released. Morgan burned the train; later detained a second one carrying passengers. Among them were two officers of the command of Col. Frank Wolford, USA.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Christopher (Kit) Carson
Marker Number 79
County Madison
Location Richmond, Tate's Creek Rd. [KY 169]
Description Famous hunter, soldier and scout born near here. Carson (1809-1868) grew up in Mo.; began scouting career in Taos, N.M., at age 17. Won renown in piloting Fremont's Western expeditions; served in Mexican War. Appointed Indian agent, 1853, he was peacemaker and counselor. In Civil War, breveted brig. gen., U.S.A. Buried in Taos. Carson City, Nev., named for him.
Subjects Capitals , Civil War
Church-Hospital
Marker Number 879
County Hart
Location Munfordville, US 31-W
Description Munfordville Presbyterian Church, founded, 1829. In Sept., 1862, during the siege of Munfordville, the Union Army commandeered this church for use as a hospital with nurses' quarters in house at left. Those who died in battle or of wounds removed to Nashville; 359 who died from other causes buried in scattered and unmarked graves. CSA casualties buried on field.
Subjects Civil War
Civi War Action
Marker Number 566
County Magoffin
Location 3 mi. S. of Royalton, KY 7 at mouth of Puncheon Cr.
Description On mission to clear area of CSA forces, Col. Geo. W. Gallup with USA troops repulsed Confederate attack led by Lt. Colonel E. F. Clay at Paintsville April 13, 1864, and pursued enemy to this point. Union men attacked next day. Clay was mortally wounded: CSA suffered 60 casualties and 60 men, 200 horses, 400 saddles, 300 small-arms taken. USA sustained only slight losses.
Subjects Civil War
Civil War 1862 Invasion
Marker Number 749
County Larue
Location N. of Phillips La., Hodgenville, KY 61
Description CSA under Gen. Braxton Bragg was through area late Sept. 1862, with plan to capture central Ky. Force under Gen. Joseph Wheeler here Sept. 23-27, scouting Union army along Louisville road to west. Ordered to Boston, many skirmishes with USA until Oct. 4. On Oct. 8, Confederate and Union forces met in battle at Perryville; then CSA retreated from state. See map.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Perryville, Battle of
Civil War Action
Marker Number 730
County Allen
Location Scottsville, Courthouse lawn, US 31-E, 231
Description Confederate forces of 200 under Col. John M. Hughs attacked here, Dec. 8, 1863. Twelve days earlier he had attacked Monticello, Ky., captured then paroled garrison of 153 men; no supplies. Continuing to harass USA forces, seek stores, he came here, captured and paroled garrison of 86. Secured quantity of store, saddles, bridles, and 500 stand of small arms.
Subjects Civil War
Civil War Action
Marker Number 569
County Butler
Location Morgantown, US 79, 231
Description Oct. 1861, Col. J. H. McHenry, Jr., USA, at Hartford warned of threat of CSA attack. Col. S. G. Burbridge brought USA force from Owensboro and joined in move to Morgantown. Advance cavalry routed CSA scouts here. Burbridge then moved on to attack and destroy Confederate camp at Woodbury. Report of CSA re-enforcement caused Union Army to withdraw to Cromwell's Ferry.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War
Civil War Action
Marker Number 187
County Union
Location Old Caseyville, KY 130
Description Every inhabitant of this pro-southern town was taken prisoner by the crew of a Union gunboat, July 26, 1862. All were released except 19 men who were taken to Evansville, Indiana, as hostages to guarantee payment of $35,000 damages done by rebel guerrillas.
Subjects Civil War
Civil War Action
Marker Number 545
County Marshall
Location Benton, US 641
Description On March 23, 1864, two days before the Battle of Paducah, detached forces of Confederate General Nathan B. Forrest's cavalry coming up from Columbus, Miss., and Union troops, both searching for horses, met by accident near here. In two skirmishes which took place, three were killed in first engagement and four in the second. Burial was in the old Gilbert cemetery.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Paducah , Paducah, Battle of
Civil War Action
Marker Number 514
County Madison
Location Big Hill, US 421
Description Aug. 23, 1862, Col. Scott's La. cavalry, of Gen. Kirby Smith's invading army from Tenn., routed Col. Metcalfe and Union troops. Approaching Richmond as USA army arrived, Scott went back to Camp Wildcat, then joined Smith in Richmond victory, Aug. 30, 1862. Mar. 1864, Gen. Grant on way to take command of all US armies stopped at house south of here.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Grant, Ulysses S. , Kirby Smith, E.
Civil War Actions
Marker Number 518
County Knox
Location Near city limits of Barbourville, US 25-E
Description First skirmish in eastern Ky. On Sept. 19, 1861, Zollicoffer's CSA troops approached Barbourville. Home guard obstructed bridge. CSA took another route, were repulsed twice before guards retreated. Considerable property destroyed in town. CSA Gen. Kirby Smith's hdqrs. here Aug. 18 to 25, 1862 while preparing invasion of Central Ky.
Subjects Civil War , Kirby Smith, E.
Civil War Actions
Marker Number 549
County Henry
Location 1 mi. N. of New Castle, US 421
Description On Sept. 21, 1862 cavalry men under Maj. George M. Jessee, a native here, attacked provost marshal Robert Morris' home guard. Guards surrendered men, horses, and 300 stand of arms. Dec. 13, 1864, Maj. Jessee and Confederate forces were defeated here after a spirited skirmish with state troops and home guards led by Capt. Jas. H. Bridgewater.
Subjects Civil War
Civil War Actions (Booneville)
Marker Number 561
County Owsley
Location Booneville, Courthouse lawn, KY 11, 30
Description Retreating to Ohio from Cumberland Gap, part of USA Brig. Gen. George W. Morgan's command passed by here obtaining supplies, Sept. 21, 1862. Force of 40 local citizens drove off 75 Southern partisan guerrillas, April 14, 1864. Col. C. H. Hanson and 300 USA troops pursuing Morgan's Raiders stopped here to obtain guides and information, June 17, 1864.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan's Raiders
Civil War Army Base
Marker Number 643
County Boyd
Location Catlettsburg, 26th & Louisa, US 23, 60
Description USA post located here to protect Ohio River traffic. Became supply base and communication center for Union forces in the Big Sandy region. In winter 1861-62, troops under Col. J. A. Garfield, later 20th President U.S., drove CSA from area by victory at Middle Creek. Area cleared of CSA again in 1864 by USA Kentucky forces under Col. George W. Gallup.
Subjects Civil War , Garfield, James A.
Civil War Base
Marker Number 663
County Livingston
Location Smithland, US 60
Description September 1861, Union forces occupied strategic Smithland. The junction of the Ohio and Cumberland Rivers became a rendezvous and staging area for troops and supplies in support of Gen. Grant's campaign against Fort Donelson. Two forts, on hills south, commanded the two rivers. Smithland continued thru the war as a supply base for USA river transports and gunboats.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations , Grant, Ulysses S.
Civil War Drilling Camp
Marker Number 1631
County Larue
Location 3 mi. S. of White City, KY 470
Description Site of Camp Wickliffe, named for Gov. Charles A. Wickliffe. Brigadier General William Nelson, U.S.A., chose location, near supply depot at New Haven, for observation purposes. His division (4th) made winter camp here (Dec. 14, 1861-Feb. 14, 1862), drilling daily. His strict efficiency led to wholesome food, warm clothing, and improved hospital facilities.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Nelson, William , Union Army
Civil War Field Hospital
Marker Number 1825
County Madison
Location Approx. 4 mi. S. of Richmond, US 421
Description Built in 1852, this building was adjacent to location of the Battle of Richmond, August 29-30, 1862, and became field hospital for Gen. Wm. Nelson's 1st and 2nd brigades, USA. Mortality was high, and about forty Union soldiers were buried in mass grave near church. Reinterred in Camp Nelson National Cem., 1868. After war, building again served as Mt. Zion Christian Church. Over.

(Reverse) Civil War Field Hospital - On August 30, 1862, this building was struck by fire from Captain John T. Humphrey's Arkansas Artillery Battery, with Churchill's (3rd) Division of E. Kirby Smith's Provisional Army of Ky., CSA. Scar is still visible on south wall. Battle of Richmond brought a Confederate victory. After Battle of Perryville in October, Confederates retired from state.
Subjects Camps , Cemeteries , Christian Church , Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Nelson, William , Richmond, Battle of , Union Army
Civil War Fortifications
Marker Number 2151
County Kenton
Location Top of Ohio River bank on Covington-Commons
Description Reports of Kirby Smith’s CSA troops approaching Cincinnati caused panic in September 1862. Gen. Lew Wallace led Union troops and volunteers from rural Ohio (known as “Squirrel Hunters”) across Ohio River on a hastily constructed pontoon bridge made of coal barges. Marching south to Ky. hills, they fortified area at Newport, Covington, Forts Mitchell and Wright.

(Reverse) Some 50,000 guarded approaches to Cincinnati. After CSA Gen. Henry Heth tried this strong defensive line, the rebel army retreated. Lew Wallace later wrote Ben Hur, published in 1880. Pontoon bridge was laid in shadows of stone piers of John Roebling Suspension Bridge, prototype of his Brooklyn Bridge.
Subjects Civil War , Confederate Army , Ohio River
Civil War Generals
Marker Number 603
County Green
Location Greensburg, Courthouse lawn, KY 61
Description Union Generals from Greensburg. Major General William T. Ward, 1808-1878. U. S. Congressman 1851-53. He recruited three regiments in this area. On Sept. 2, 1864 Atlanta surrendered to him. In Sherman's March to Sea. Brig. Gen. E. H. Hobson, 1825-1901, leader of 13th Ky. Inf., engaged at Shiloh, Corinth, Perryville. July 1863, pursued Morgan across Ky. to his capture in N.E. Ohio.
Subjects Civil War , Sherman, William T.
Civil War Occupations
Marker Number 1024
County Warren
Location Fountain Square, Bowling Green
Description Threatened by Union forces to the west, CSA, who had occupied city five months and fortified hills, planned to evacuate Feb. 14, 1862. Other Federals came from north and bombarded from across the river. CSA set fire to depot and warehouses, as planned, night of 13th. Federals resumed bombardment next day, but ceased and entered city when informed CSA had gone.
Subjects Bowling Green , Civil War
Civil War Raid
Marker Number 1408
County Fulton
Location SE of Hickman at State Line, Jct. KY 116 & 125
Description On March 24, 1864, forces under Gen. Nathan B. Forrest captured the Federal garrison at Union City, eight miles southeast. On the same day a detachment of Forrest's cavalry crossed the state line here. This band of about 1,200 men proceeded seven miles northwest to Hickman which they raided, taking large quantities of supplies.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Civil War Recruiting
Marker Number 564
County Owen
Location Owenton, KY 227
Description Two Confederate recruiting camps were located in Owen Co. in the Civil War. Camp Marshall, at Lusby's Mill 7 miles east of here, was organized in 1861 by Gen. Humphrey Marshall of Kentucky. The other was in Vallandingham's Barn near here. Hundreds enlisted from this county to protect their homes, but were sent to various parts of Kentucky and Tennessee.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Marshall, Humphrey
Civil War Reunion
Marker Number 221
County Carter
Location Ky. Christian College Campus, Old US 60, Grayson
Description In their blue and gray uniforms, for over forty years, Civil War veterans gathered here annually. Around campfires, with song and story, friends and former foes revived war memories, and always a pilgrimage to graves of their comrades in cemetery on the hill.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations
Civil War Robbery
Marker Number 1331
County Montgomery
Location Main & Bank Sts., Mt. Sterling
Description In this building is the Farmers Bank vault, which was robbed of $60,000 as "Morgan's Raiders" were on their last raid through Kentucky. Later the night of June 8, 1864, several of Morgan's men went to the house of J. O. Miller, cashier, and took the vault key from him. The money was never recovered. It was believed it went to Confederate cause. See over.

(Reverse) Bank Sues - In 1866, a civil suit was filed in Anderson Co. by Farmers Bank against Lt. J. F. Witherspoon. The bank was awarded a judgment of $59,057.33 for damages. On appeal, Witherspoon found not liable. Court of Appeals said that under laws of war robbery was not unlawful. Furthermore, there was no proof Witherspoon more guilty than any other in Morgan's command. Over.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Morgan's Raiders
Civil War Routes
Marker Number 570
County Harlan
Location 4 mi. S. of Cawood, US 421
Description This area important passageway for Union and Confederate forces. USA moved along Poor Fork and CSA along Clover Fork of Cumberland River; each route reflected local sentiment. February 1862 USA forces under Brig. Gen. T. T. Garrard, grandson of Ky.'s second governor, camped here. Later CSA troops under Gen. H. Marshall camped here.
Subjects Civil War , Marshall, Humphrey
Civil War Skirmish
Marker Number 607
County Edmonson
Location Near Green River Bridge, Brownsville, KY 259
Description Brig. Gen. T. C. Hindman's force, reconnoitering to protect Bowling Green portion of CSA defense line, approached Brownsville on Nov. 20, 1861. They skirmished here with the Union cavalry regiment of Colonel James S. Jackson, posted at Leitchfield. The Union loss was 7 killed, 5 wounded; CSA, one wounded. Confederates succeeded in obtaining vital medical supplies.
Subjects Civil War
Civil War Sniper
Marker Number 881
County Trigg
Location Jct. US 68 & KY 453
Description In 1862 Jack Hinson swore revenge against Union Army when two sons were executed as bushwhackers. From ambush he picked off men in blue uniforms on gun boats and on land. With a price on his head, he continued his vendetta until his gun bore 36 notches at close of war. He guided General Nathan Bedford Forrest in his last campaign in area, Oct.-Nov., 1864.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Civil War Terrorist
Marker Number 780
County Clinton
Location Albany, Courthouse lawn, US 127
Description Champ Ferguson born here in 1821. Guerrilla leader with Confederate leaning, but attacked supporters of both sides thruout Civil War in southern Ky., Tenn. Over 100 murders ascribed to Ferguson alone. Hunted by both CSA and USA. Taken after end of war, convicted by US Army Court, Nashville, and hanged Oct. 20, 1865. Buried at home in White County, Tennessee.
Subjects Civil War
Clay-Bullock House
Marker Number 2014
County Kenton
Location Covington, 528 Greenup St.
Description This two-story frame house was built in 1839 by John W. Clayton. The original exterior is of shingle siding, though the house has been subject to alterations in both 19th and 20th centuries. During the Civil War, Clayton's daughter, Mary C. Bullock, ran a private school here attended by Frederick Grant, son of Gen. Ulysses S. Grant. Presented by City of Covington & Oakley Farris.
Subjects Civil War , Grant, Ulysses S.
Col. Hicks' Hdqrs.
Marker Number 1031
County McCracken
Location Broadway, between 2nd & 3rd Sts., Paducah
Description Here stood the headquarters of Colonel Stephen G. Hicks, commander of the USA occupation forces here during Battle of Paducah March 25, 1864. Next day Col. Hicks ordered sixty private homes that had been used by CSA forces as cover near the fort burned to the ground. Most owners filed suits but were never repaid for their homes. Marker presented by William Clark Market House Museum.
Subjects Civil War , Paducah , Paducah, Battle of
College Hill
Marker Number 1051
County Warren
Location Main & Park Sts., entrance to Reservoir Park, Bowling Green
Description Now known as Reservoir Hill, one of nine key fortifications of CSA defense during 1861 Civil War occupation of Bowling Green. Felled trees with sharpened ends were placed as cavalry barriers. Stones from a college building under construction went into the fortifications. The Bowling Green system was manned by approximately 4,000 Confederates.
Subjects Bowling Green , Civil War
Columbia-Union Presbyterian Church
Marker Number 2243
County Adair
Location 304 Burkesville St., Columbia
Description Active Presbyterian congregations formed early in the county’s settlement:1803 on Col. Casey’s farm & 1827 in Columbia. Church was built in 1857 and has had continuous services ever since. County and city congregations merged in 1912. Columbia-Union Presbyterian Church became the official name in 1925. Over

(Reverse) The original sanctuary’s slave balcony was removed in 1885. Civil War involvement includes bullet molds found in the attic, a steeple/ lookout to watch for rebel raiders, and doors that were used as stretchers for the wounded in a skirmish with John Hunt Morgan’s troops in 1863. Limestone steps are original.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Presbyterian Church , Slavery
Confederate Defense Line
Marker Number 863
County Pulaski
Location Nancy, W. of Somerset, KY 80
Description Late in 1861, Confederates sought to prevent Union forces from occupying strategic points in Kentucky and Tennessee, to maintain rail shipments of vital Confederate supplies from Virginia south and west, and to set up bases for future offensive thru Kentucky and Ohio to divide eastern and western Union states. With those aims the Confederate Defense Line was formed from the Big Sandy Valley in east Kentucky thru Cumberland Gap, Mill Springs on Cumberland River, Bowling Green on L & N Ry., to Columbus, Ky. on the Mississippi River. The Forces Move In Brig. Gen. Felix K. Zollicoffer in Nov. 1861 built CSA bases at Mill Springs and across Cumberland at Beech Grove, as part of plan. Maj. Gen. George B. Crittenden took command, Dec. 13, 1861. On Jan. 11, 1862, Union forces under Brig. Gen. George H. Thomas started from Lebanon, Ky. to join the Federals under Brig. Gen. Albin Schoepf at Somerset and to attack the Confederate base at Mill Springs. On Jan. 19 Gen. Crittenden moved out with his CSA troops to prevent the Union forces under Gen. Thomas from joining US army at Somerset.

(Reverse) Battle of Mill Springs In first hour, Gen. Zollicoffer was killed, which threw his CSA regiments into confusion. Rallied by Gen. Crittenden, battle continued three hours. USA reinforcements arrived, CSA retreated, fighting all day to reach river. They evacuated camp during night and withdrew into Tennessee. Casualties: CSA 125 killed, 309 wounded and 99 missing; USA 39 killed and 207 wounded. Large quantity of supplies abandoned by CSA, as well as 150 wagons and more than 1,000 horses and mules. Battle also called Logan's Cross Roads or Fishing Creek. Aftermath The way was opened for the Union to advance into Eastern Tennessee. Lack of provisions, bad roads and difficulty of crossing river made such advance impractical. Gen. Thomas' command joined Gen. Buell's Union force in move on Nashville. This Mill Springs victory with defeat of Brig. Gen. Humphrey Marshall by USA Col. James A. Garfield in the Big Sandy Valley broke the right section of the Confederate Defense Line. Thus began a series of events bringing Union control of Kentucky and upper Miss. River in first year of war.
Subjects Buell, Don Carlos , Civil War , Confederate Army , Garfield, James A. , Marshall, Humphrey , Mill Springs, Battle of
Confederate Financier
Marker Number 1638
County Kenton
Location Dixie Highway at Beechwood Rd., Ft. Mitchell, US 25 & 42
Description Eli Metcalfe Bruce, a vital link to equipment and food for Southern cause, is buried nearby in Highland Cemetery. He amassed a fortune in meatpacking before War, then moved plants south. He acquired blockade runners to export cotton and bring supplies. Twice elected to CSA Congress; on staff of Gen. John C. Breckinridge as noncombatant. Presented by the Bruce Family.

(Reverse) Confederate Benefactor - Eli M. Bruce (1828-1866) used his wealth to assist destitute Confederate soldiers and their families after the War. He helped many stranded Kentuckians home and provided funds for education of disabled CSA Ky. soldiers. Pardoned by President Andrew Johnson, Bruce then bought and renamed Southern Hotel in N.Y.C. for penniless ex-Confederates. Presented by the Bruce Family.
Subjects Breckinridge, John Cabell , Cemeteries , Civil War
Confederate Governor
Marker Number 610
County Scott
Location 4 mi. SW of Georgetown, US 62
Description Home of George W. Johnson, born 1811 in Scott Co. Named first Confederate Governor of Ky. in Nov. 1861, he followed CSA army's withdrawal to Tenn. from Bowling Green in Feb., 1862. He became aide to General John C. Breckinridge but fought as private in Battle of Shiloh and mortally wounded, Apr. 7, 1862 - still as CSA Governor. Burial was in cemetery here.
Subjects Breckinridge, John Cabell , Civil War , Shiloh, Battle of
Confederate Raids
Marker Number 706
County Taylor
Location Campbellsville, Courthouse lawn, US 68
Description General John Hunt Morgan's cavalry, returning from second Kentucky raid, here, Dec. 31, 1862. Took supplies. Went on to Tenn. On raid Union's rail supply line wrecked and $2,000,000 property destroyed. Morgan thru here again after three-hour battle at Tebb's Bend, July 4, 1863. Continued raid into Indiana to NE Ohio, where captured, July 26th. See map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Confederate Raids
Marker Number 707
County Adair
Location Columbia, Courthouse lawn, KY 61, 80
Description General John Hunt Morgan's cavalry, returning from second Kentucky raid, passed here on way back to Tennessee, Jan. 1, 1863. On raid, Union's rail supply line wrecked and $2,000,000 property destroyed. July 3, 1863, Morgan here again drove out small USA force. On July 8, at Brandenburg, crossed river into Indiana. Captured in NE Ohio, July 26. See map over.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Confederate State Capital of Kentucky
Marker Number 67
County Warren
Location US 68, Western Ky. Univ. Campus, Bowling Green
Description Bowling Green was named State Capital at the convention in Russellville, November 20, 1861. First Governor: George W. Johnson. Commissioners to the Confederate Congress: William Preston, W. E. Simms, and Henry Burnett.
Subjects Bowling Green , Capitals , Civil War
Confederate State Convention
Marker Number 74
County Logan
Location Russellville, US 68, 431
Description Here November 20, 1861, Confederate leaders from 64 Kentucky counties seceded from the Union. The state was admitted as the 13th into the Confederate States of America Dec. 10, 1861.
Subjects Civil War
Confederates Here
Marker Number 522
County Franklin
Location Old Capitol Grounds, Frankfort
Description The Kentucky State Government moved to Louisville before CSA entered Lexington Sept. 2, 1862. Confederate cavalry moved through Sept. 3 on way toward Louisville. Richard Hawes was inaugurated second Confederate Governor October 4. Generals Bragg and Kirby Smith with large CSA force were present. They withdrew and Union forces occupied Frankfort, Oct. 7, 1862.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Louisville
Confederates Here
Marker Number 674
County Nelson
Location Bardstown, Courthouse lawn, US 62, 150
Description On CSA invasion, Bragg's army of 28,000 camped here, September 20 to October 3, 1862. Moved to Harrodsburg, then met Buell's Union army in Battle of Perryville, Oct. 8. CSA Gen. John H. Morgan, on raid, camped here, Dec. 29, 1862. On a later raid, July 6, 1863, Morgan delayed here by night-long skirmish with 25 Union cavalrymen. See map on other side.
Subjects Bardstown , Bragg, Braxton , Buell, Don Carlos , Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Perryville, Battle of
Courthouse a Hospital
Marker Number 756
County Boyle
Location Main St., Danville, Courthouse lawn, US 127, 150
Description Boyle County's first courthouse erected here, 1842, destroyed by great fire of 1860. This building completed 1862. First occupied by Union forces as hospital after battle of Perryville, October 8, 1862. On 11th a Union force drove CSA from fairgrounds, thru town, skirmishing all way. CSA armies gathered at Bryantsville, started back to Tenn. on 13th. See over.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses , Hospitals , Perryville, Battle of
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 972
County Rowan
Location Morehead, Courthouse lawn, US 60
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. Courthouse at Morehead burned by guerrillas March 21, 1864, the easternmost damaged incident to war. Building was again burned in 1880. County records before 1880 all destroyed by fires.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 577
County Christian
Location Hopkinsville, Courthouse lawn, US 41, 68
Description Gen. Hylan B. Lyon with 800 men invaded Ky., Dec. 1864, to enforce CSA draft law and divert USA from Nashville. In 23 days he burned seven courthouses used by Union forces. (See map on reverse side.) Courthouse at Hopkinsville burned Dec. 12. All county records saved. Commandeered clothing and went on. Returned on 16th, skirmished with US force and moved to Madisonville.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 578
County Trigg
Location Cadiz, Courthouse lawn, US 68
Description Gen. Hylan B. Lyon with 800 men invaded Ky., Dec. 1864, to enforce CSA draft law and divert USA from Nashville. In 23 days he burned seven courthouses used by Union forces. (See map on reverse side.) Lyon came to Cadiz, December 13. US force fled courthouse, leaving man with smallpox. Lyon burned "contaminated" building, moved to Eddyville. County records saved.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 579
County Caldwell
Location Princeton, Courthouse lawn, US 62
Description Gen. Hylan B. Lyon with 800 men invaded Ky., Dec. 1864, to enforce CSA draft law and divert USA from Nashville. In 23 days he burned seven courthouses used by Union forces. (See map on reverse side.) US troops fled Princeton as Lyon came from Eddyville. Courthouse burned on December 15. Records saved. Next day, Lyon stopped US force, then moved toward Madisonville.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 580
County Hopkins
Location Madisonville, Courthouse lawn, US 41-A
Description Gen. Hylan B. Lyon with 800 men invaded Ky., Dec. 1864, to enforce CSA draft law and divert USA from Nashville. In 23 days he burned seven courthouses used by Union forces. (See map on reverse side.) Courthouse at Madisonville burned December 17. All county records saved. All able-bodied men conscripted, took oath to meet Lyon, Jan. 20, released, but oath not fulfilled.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 581
County Ohio
Location Hartford, Courthouse lawn, US 231
Description Gen. Hylan B. Lyon with 800 men invaded Ky., Dec. 1864, to enforce CSA draft law and divert USA from Nashville. In 23 days he burned seven courthouses used by Union forces. (See map on reverse side.) At Hartford, garrison captured by Lyon, Dec. 20-1ater paroled-and courthouse burned. Records, in other building, saved on plea by Samuel O. Peyton, local doctor.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 582
County Taylor
Location Campbellsville, behind Courthouse in Memorial space , US 68
Description Gen. Hylan B. Lyon with 800 men invaded Ky., Dec. 1864, to enforce CSA draft law and divert USA from Nashville. In 23 days he burned seven courthouses used by Union forces. (See map on reverse side.) The courthouse at Campbellsville was burned December 25. Some records saved. Desertions had reduced ranks to 250 and Lyon moved out of state via Burkesville, Jan. 3.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 583
County Cumberland
Location Burkesville, Courthouse lawn, KY 61, 90
Description Gen. Hylan B. Lyon with 800 men invaded Ky., Dec. 1864, to enforce CSA draft law and divert USA from Nashville. In 23 days he burned seven courthouses used by Union forces. (See map on reverse side.) Raid ended at Burkesville with robbery of stores, impressment of horses and burning of courthouse, Jan. 3. All county records saved. Lyon then moved south to Alabama.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 584
County Breckinridge
Location Hardinsburg, Courthouse lawn, US 60
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. Dec. 28, 1864, guerrillas set fire to courthouse at Hardinsburg but citizens saved building and records. CSA came in and allowed public to keep arms for defense.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 585
County Marion
Location Lebanon, Courthouse lawn, US 68
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months; twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union acccident. See map on reverse side. July 5, 1863, clerk's office at Lebanon was burned by Morgan to destroy treason indictments against some of his men. All the county records were destroyed.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned , Morgan, John Hunt
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 586
County Montgomery
Location Mt. Sterling, Courthouse lawn, US 60
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. Dec. 2, 1863, CSA cavalry burned courthouse at Mt. Sterling to stop its use as a USA garrison. Clerk's records, in rear, saved. Circuit court records destroyed.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 587
County Powell
Location Stanton, Courthouse lawn, KY 11, 15
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. Courthouse and records at Stanton and other buildings were burned by guerrillas, spring of 1863. Buildings rebuilt. June 1, 1864, jail and records again burned.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 588
County Harlan
Location Harlan, Courthouse lawn, US 119, 421
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. The courthouse at Harlan was burned in reprisal for burning of Lee County, Va., courthouse, October, 1863. County records in clerk's office nearby were saved.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 589
County Grayson
Location Leitchfield, Courthouse lawn, US 62
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. Dec. 24, 1864, a contingent of CSA Gen. Lyon's force, ordered to harass and delay pursuing Union troops, burned courthouse at Leitchfield. Records destroyed.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 590
County Daviess
Location Owensboro, Courthouse lawn, US 60
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. Jan. 4, 1865, the courthouse at Owensboro, occupied by Union troops, was burned by guerrillas. The records of all county offices saved by the respective officers.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 591
County Larue
Location Hodgenville, Courthouse lawn, US 31-E
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. The courthouse at Hodgenville was burned by guerrillas Feb. 21, 1865. It had been used by Union soldiers as barracks. All of the county records were saved.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 592
County Bath
Location Owingsville, Courthouse lawn, S. Court St., US 60
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on the reverse side. March 21, 1864, Union troops fled courthouse here as CSA force came up. Overheated stove started fire, burning building. Guerrillas burned many county records December 4.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 593
County Monroe
Location Tompkinsville, Courthouse lawn, KY 63, 100
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. Courthouse and other buildings in Tompkinsville burned by CSA force, April 22, 1863, in reprisal for Federals burning Celina, Tenn. Monroe County records were lost.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 594
County Spencer
Location Taylorsville, Courthouse lawn, KY 44, 55
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on the reverse side. Courthouse at Taylorsville was burned by guerrillas in January, 1865. Federal scouts caught them at Mt. Eden, killing one; captured and executed one. Records saved.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 596
County Crittenden
Location Marion, Courthouse lawn, US 60, 641
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. The courthouse at Marion was burned by guerrillas in January, 1865. Building a total loss, though walls stood. County records lost. Courthouse again burned in 1870.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Courthouse Burned
Marker Number 597
County Clinton
Location Albany, Courthouse lawn, US 127
Description Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. The courthouse at Albany was burned by guerrillas late in 1864 and all county records destroyed.
Subjects Civil War , Courthouses Burned
Crawford House
Marker Number 193
County Boyle
Location Perryville Battlefield, US 68 & 150
Description Used by Confederate General Braxton Bragg as headquarters during the Battle of Perryville, October 8, 1862. Crawford Spring back of the house furnished vital water supply to CSA troops on the drought-stricken battlefield.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Perryville, Battle of , Springs
Crawford Springs
Marker Number 965
County Boyle
Location 1 mi. E. of Perryville, US 68
Description As Confederate and Union armies converged over to the west the day and night before great Battle of Perryville, Oct. 8, 1862, there was constant fighting for water. Almost unprecedented drought had made water so scarce that troops contended for pools in dry creeks. This spring provided continuous supply to CSA Gen. Bragg's hdqrs. and troops on this side of river.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Perryville, Battle of , Springs
CSA at Falmouth
Marker Number 686
County Pendleton
Location Falmouth, US 27
Description During Confederate invasion into Kentucky, CSA troops in area on threat to North. Sept. 18, 1862, 11 home guards met 28 CSA here. CSA casualties 6, home guard one. Col. Basil Duke's CSA cavalry camped here and on Sept. 27, 1862, attacked Augusta. CSA losses there forced return to Falmouth. Plan abandoned to cross Ohio River and threaten Cincinnati. See map.
Subjects Civil War
CSA at Paris, 1862
Marker Number 696
County Bourbon
Location Paris, Courthouse lawn, US 27, 68
Description Gen. John Hunt Morgan's cavalry on first Kentucky raid after its Cynthiana victory came to Paris, July 18, 1862. Citizens group had held out for days but surrendered. Warned of Union force nearby, CSA escaped pursuit, returned to Tenn. Paris occupied, Sept. 1862, during Confederate threat north. Capital at Frankfort, Georgetown, Lexington also held. See map over.
Subjects Capitals , Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
CSA Gens. Morgan USA
Marker Number 648
County Morgan
Location West Liberty, Main St., US 460
Description General George W. Morgan's 9,000 USA force, cut off from supplies at Cumberland Gap, retreated 200 mi. in 16 days to Greenup on Ohio River. Camped here Sept. 24-25, 1862. Gen. John H. Morgan's CSA men, on tragic last raid into Kentucky, after two battles in Mt. Sterling met defeat at Cynthiana June 12, 1864. They moved through here on retreat to Va. Map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
CSA Returns to Tenn.
Marker Number 676
County Rockcastle
Location Mt. Vernon, US 25, 150
Description After Battle of Perryville, October 8, 1862, Confederate forces retired to Bryantsville. Union forces did not attack but destroyed sources of food. General Braxton Bragg began retreat, Oct. 13, in two columns under Generals Polk and Smith. Polk's moved thru here with USA pursuing. The CSA columns retired thru Cumberland Gap, October 19-24. See map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Perryville, Battle of , Polk, Leonidas K.
CSA Starts Retreat
Marker Number 704
County Garrard
Location Bryantsville, US 27
Description In Sept. 1862, Confederates moved supply depot here from Lexington. After battle of Perryville, Oct. 8, CSA gathered here for council of war, Oct. 11. USA destroyed food sources. Oct. 13, under command of Gen. Braxton Bragg, retreat began in two columns under Generals Polk and Smith. With immaterial loss, they moved thru Cumberland Gap, Oct. 19-24. See map over.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Perryville, Battle of , Polk, Leonidas K.
Cumberland Ford
Marker Number 1426
County Bell
Location KY 66 & Pine St., Pineville
Description One of the most important points on the Wilderness Road marked by Daniel Boone in 1775. Ford first used by Indians, then by early explorers and the Long Hunters. After Boone opened the way west, more than 100,000 settlers used the crossing as a gateway to Ky. During Civil War ford occupied by both Union and CSA troops because of its strategic location.
Subjects Boone, Daniel , Civil War , Indians , Long Hunters , Roads , Wilderness Road
Day of Perryville
Marker Number 572
County Anderson
Location 5 mi. W. of Lawrenceburg, US 62
Description Oct. 8, 1862, during Battle of Perryville, Gen. James Withers' troops of Gen. Kirby Smith's CSA army attacked USA force of Gen. J. W. Sill near Fox Creek while Smith skirmished with Sill's rear guard. Many Union prisoners and 20 wagons captured. A Confederate shot seven Federals but later was killed. He with four others are buried in Lawrenceburg Cemetery.
Subjects Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Perryville, Battle of
Death of a Morgan
Marker Number 543
County Marion
Location Lebanon, US 68
Description Lt. Thomas Morgan, 19, one of four brothers then in Morgan's Raiders under another brother, Gen. John Hunt Morgan, was killed near here July 5, 1863 as he led an attack on Union forces in the depot at Lebanon. He died in his brother Calvin's arms as the Union troops surrendered. He was reinterred in the Lexington Cemetery in 1868 where this Morgan family rests.
Subjects Civil War , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt
Demonstration-1862
Marker Number 563
County Carlisle
Location Bardwell, US 51, 62
Description Jan. 1862, Brig. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant sent 5,000 USA troops from Cairo as demonstration against Columbus, a Confederate stronghold on the Miss. River. Combined forces led by Brig. Gen. J. S. McClernand from Ft. Jefferson at Wickliffe through here to Milburn and back to Cairo. It acquainted U.S. Army with the area. It "inspired hope" among many loyal Federal citizens.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations , Grant, Ulysses S.
Dorsey House
Marker Number 195
County Boyle
Location Perryville Battlefield, US 68 & 150
Description Union General Don Carlos Buell used the house located a few yards from the road as headquarters during the Battle of Perryville, October 8, 1862. Centrally located, the house was near roads leading to the center left and right of Union lines.
Subjects Buell, Don Carlos , Civil War
Dr. Robert Peter
Marker Number 1480
County Fayette
Location Newtown Pike, approx. 1 mi. N. of KY 1273, Lexington
Description Pharmacist, physician, chemist, teacher and author. Born in England, 1805, he came to Lexington in 1832. Dr. Peter was associated with Transylvania Univ. more than 50 yrs.; elected to chair of chemistry and pharmacy and Dean of Medical School. Also Professor of chemistry at Kentucky University. He lectured daily in both schools. Presented by the Lexington Surgical Society.

(Reverse) Dr. Robert Peter - Chemist for Kentucky Geological Survey, 1854-93, when survey was suspended. Among Dr. Peter's many writings were: History of Fayette County, articles in Transylvania Journal of Medicine. In Civil War he was surgeon in charge of U.S. military hospitals at Lexington. Married Frances Dallam; later moved to "Winton," where he died, 1894. Presented by the Lexington Surgical Society.
Subjects Authors , Civil War , Transylvania University , Teachers , Physicians
Dutton's Hill Battle
Marker Number 712
County Pulaski
Location 2 mi. N. of Somerset, KY 39
Description March 30, 1863, USA force of 1,250 under General Q. A. Gillmore overtook 1,550 Confederate cavalry under Gen. John Pegram, here. Five-hour battle resulted. CSA driven from one position to another, withdrew during night across Cumberland. Killed, wounded, missing, CSA 200 and USA 30. On nine-day expedition into Ky., CSA had captured 750 cattle and took 537 across river.
Subjects Civil War
Eastern Kentucky Railway
Marker Number 2096
County Carter
Location Carol Malone Boulevard at city park, Grayson
Description E. K. Railway purchased 25,000 acres of land in Little Sandy Valley at close of the Civil War. Tracks laid to this site June 10, 1871. Grayson was location of depot and repair shops. Stinson Branch was laid, 1893, with more straight track than any similar length in E. K. Railway main line. Service on E. K. Rwy. ended January 1933. Presented by Eastern Ky. Railway Historical Society and Collis P. Huntington Railway Historical Society.
Subjects Civil War , Railroads
Eddyville
Marker Number 509
County Lyon
Location Eddyville, intersection of KY 730 & KY 1055
Description Several brisk skirmishes took place in this area because of the importance of Cumberland River navigation. Oct. 17, 1864, General H. B. Lyon with small CSA force attacked Union garrison, which surrendered and was taken from town. Union gunboat "Silver Lake" shelled town, took Lyon's wife hostage. Lyon then released Capt. Hugh M. Hiett and 8 USA officers.
Subjects Civil War
Elizabethtown Battle
Marker Number 1116
County Hardin
Location Elizabethtown, at Cemetery, US 31-W, 62
Description Confederate Gen. John Hunt Morgan on his second raid into Kentucky, with 3,900 men, was met by 652 Union troops under Lt. Col. H. S. Smith, Dec. 27, 1862. Object of raid was destruction of L&N R.R., main artery for USA troop movement south. Morgan surrounded town and placed artillery on the cemetery hill. Elizabethtown garrison was destroyed. Federals surrendered.
Subjects Civil War , Louisville and Nashville Railroad , Morgan, John Hunt
Empire Furnace
Marker Number 1357
County Trigg
Location 71/2 mi. NW of Cadiz, KY 274
Description Stood 1 mile west. Built 1843 by Thomas Tennessee Watson, it was a brick stack with a maximum inner diameter of 91/2 ft., 35 ft. high. It burned charcoal fuel, and its air blast was powered by steam. In 45 weeks of 1856, made 1836 tons of pig iron. Operations transferred to Center Furnace in 1861 because of floods, Civil War military actions. See other side.

(Reverse) Iron Made in Kentucky - A major producer since 1791, Ky. ranked 3rd in US in 1830s, 11th in 1965. Charcoal timber, native ore, limestone supplied material for numerous furnaces making pig iron, utensils, munitions in the Hanging Rock, Red River, Between Rivers, Rolling Fork, Green River Regions. Charcoal-furnace era ended in 1880s with depletion of ore and timber and use of modern methods. Over.
Subjects Civil War , Iron Industry
Farmington
Marker Number 2231
County Jefferson
Location 3033 Bardstown Road, Louisville
Description Historic residence completed 1816 for John and Lucy (Fry) Speed. The Jefferson-inspired plan by Paul Skidmore includes octagonal rooms, rare in 19th c. Kentucky. As many as 64 African Americans enslaved at Farmington worked the 550-acre hemp plantation. Abraham Lincoln spent three weeks here in 1841 as guest of the family of his closest friend, Joshua Speed.

(Reverse) After his visit, Lincoln described a group of shackled slaves he saw on his steamboat trip home. Later he called the memory a “continual torment to me.” During the Civil War the Speeds supported the Union and Joshua’s ties to Lincoln helped secure Kentucky for the Union. Lincoln appointed James Speed Attorney General in 1864.
Subjects African American , Architects , Civil War , Hemp , Lincoln, Abraham , Slavery
Felix K. Zollicoffer
Marker Number 1920
County Pulaski
Location 1 mi. S. of Nancy, KY 235
Description Brig. Gen. Felix K. Zollicoffer, CSA, died here, Jan. 19, 1862, in Battle of Logan's Crossroads (Mill Springs). This Tenn. native was veteran of Seminole War, editor of Nashville Banner, and 3-term U.S. congressman. In heavy rain and smoke of battle, Zollicoffer was killed approaching USA lines, which he mistook for own troops. Over. Presented by Boy Scout Troop 79 of Somerset for the Kentucky Bicentennial.

(Reverse) "Zollie Tree" - This large, white oak has been decorated annually in honor of Gen. Zollicoffer since 1902, when Dorotha Burton began tradition. Over 100 CSA soldiers are in mass grave at rear of park. Zollicoffer is buried in Nashville. Boy Scout Troop 79 Trail follows Confederate retreat to Cumberland River. Over. Erected during 130th anniv. of the battle and the Ky. Bicentennial.
Subjects Civil War , Mill Springs, Battle of , Newspapers , Rivers
First Christian Church
Marker Number 2090
County Bourbon
Location Paris, 911 High St.
Description First Christian Church organized 1827 by Thomas Allen, John Gano, and six "brave and forthright" women. Part of movement led by Barton W. Stone out of 1801 Cane Ridge Revival promoting Christian unity on New Testament authority. Prominent from its beginning, the congregation hosted many early movement leaders, including Barton Stone and Alexander Campbell.

(Reverse) - First Christian Church - First building Eighth and Main St. dedicated 1828. Rapid growth required expansion; new structure on same site was dedicated 1858. Building used as Union divisional headquarters in Civil War. The present building of Romanesque style of native Kentucky stone was dedicated in 1902. Education addition was dedicated in 1959. Presented by First Christian Church.
Subjects Campbell, Alexander , Christian Church , Civil War , Union Army
First City Hall
Marker Number 1862
County Kenton
Location 3rd St., Covington
Description Covington's first permanent city hall erected on this site in 1843; one of first in entire Ohio Valley. During Republican State Convention in 1860, fiery emancipationist Cassius M. Clay spoke here. Almost eighty years later, on June 3, 1938 (in the courtyard of later city hall), Kentucky's last execution by hanging took place. Presented by City of Covington.

(Reverse) First City Hall - City Hall doubled as a hospital in 1848 for returning Mexican War veterans. It was site of many antislavery meetings. This prominent nineteenth-century social and political center also served as the location for pro-Union military and political activities during the Civil War. Presented by City of Covington.
Subjects Civil War , Clay, Cassius M. , Mexican War , Railroads
First Kentucky Cavalry
Marker Number 684
County Casey
Location Liberty, Courthouse lawn, Near US 127
Description Casey County, home of one-third of this Union regiment and of its commanders Col. Frank L. Wolford and Col. Silas Adams. Others came from eight nearby Ky. counties. Recruited July 1861, trained at Camp Dick Robinson. Saw active service from Wildcat Mt. battle, Oct. 19, 1861, until mustered out, Dec. 31, 1864. Became famous for skill and daring. See over.

(Reverse) 1st Ky. Cav. - Efficient in battle, infantry as well as cavalry. Unsurpassed in fighting guerrillas and scouting. In Mill Springs, Perryville and Lebanon (Tenn.) battles and scores of other engagements. Led pursuit of CSA Bragg's retreat, Oct. 1862. First Kentucky was at surrender of John Hunt Morgan, Ohio, July 1863. Later that year in East Tenn. and Sherman's Atlanta campaign, 1864.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
First Presbyterian
Marker Number 1045
County Christian
Location 9th & Liberty Sts., Hopkinsville, US 41, 68
Description Organized in 1813, traditionally by the Reverend Gideon Blackburn, a pioneer minister and missionary to the Cherokee Indians. Present church building, not including later additions, was built during the period 1848-1852. Used as a hospital during severe epidemic that swept the camp of Confederates under Colonel Nathan Bedford Forrest through the winter of 1861-62.
Subjects Cherokee Indians , Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church
Marker Number 1540
County Franklin
Location 416 West Main, Frankfort
Description Organized, 1815, Presbyterians built first denominational church in city, 1824, on north side of Wapping, near St. Clair. This was outgrowth of Sunday School, begun in 1810 by Margaretta Brown. In 1849, the present modified Gothic church was built under guidance of the Rev. Stuart Robinson. During Civil War church remained united because of strong Union sympathies.
Subjects Civil War , Presbyterian Church
Flat Lick, Kentucky
Marker Number 1600
County Knox
Location 8 mi. S. of Barbourville at Flat Lick, US 25-E
Description This area was first used as an Indian camp and later as a Long Hunters' camp. Daniel Boone was here by 1769. At this point three historic roads-Boone's Trace (to Boonesborough), Wilderness Road (to Crab Orchard) and the Warrior's Path (to mouth of Scioto River)-converge and become one road to Cumberland Gap.

(Reverse) Flat Lick, Kentucky - On path of Gen. Felix Zollicoffer when he took Barbourville, Sept. 19, 1861; one of first Civil War skirmishes in Kentucky. Union Gen. G. W. Morgan had sick camp here, 1862. In Aug., Gen. Kirby Smith captured Pineville, Barbourville and Flat Lick, cutting off Morgan's forces at Cumberland Gap. In Sept., Morgan escaped along Warrior's Path to here, Manchester and on to Ohio.
Subjects Boone, Daniel , Civil War , Cumberland Gap , Indians , Kirby Smith, E. , Long Hunters , Morgan, George Washington , Roads , Wilderness Road
Forage Depot-Civil War
Marker Number 1486
County Russell
Location Poplar Grove Church, US 127
Description In Dec. 1861, Col. Frank Wolford, USA, with Companies A, B, C and H left Camp Billy Williams enroute to Webbs Cross Roads. Here they guarded forage collected and stored by Lieutenant Silas Adams, Regimental Quartermaster of First Ky. Cavalry. July 4, 1862, the First Ky. Cavalry bivouacked here one night; next day Col. Wolford marched with them on to Lebanon.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Lebanon, Battle of
Forrest Foraged
Marker Number 598
County Simpson
Location Gold City, KY 265
Description In September 1862, Gen. N. B. Forrest's CSA cavalry camped for three days on the farm of Union sympathizer, Stephen T. Barnes, near here. The famished men and horses consumed all food, feed and water in sight. Assigned to harass the Union army moving north to the west of here, Forrest's force was part of CSA invasion under Gen. Braxton Bragg ending at Perryville Oct. 8, 1862.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 612
County Union
Location Morganfield, US 60, 641
Description CSA General Nathan Bedford Forrest, on reconnaissance and foraging mission toward the Ohio River Nov. 24 to Dec. 5, 1861, passed here with 300 cavalry on way to Caseyville. There he found large supply of hogs and took some along. After he left, USA picked up remainder. While returning to Hopkinsville Forrest captured horses, cattle and more hogs. Map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 613
County Hopkins
Location US 41-A & Hanson St., Madisonville
Description CSA General Nathan Bedford Forrest, on reconnaissance and foraging mission toward the Ohio River Nov. 24 to Dec. 5, 1861, passed here with 300 cavalry on way to Caseyville. There he found large supply of hogs and took some along. After he left, USA picked up remainder. While returning to Hopkinsville Forrest captured horses, cattle and more hogs. Map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 614
County Muhlenberg
Location Greenville, Courthouse lawn, US 62
Description CSA General Nathan Bedford Forrest and cavalry came here 3 times on reconnaissance missions from Hopkinsville. Captured USA arms and equipment here, Nov. 24, 1861. Moved through here Dec. 28 on way to victory over larger USA force at Sacramento and returned for camp here that night. Jan. 1862, here to burn Pond River bridges, delay Union army. See the other side.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 615
County Crittenden
Location 1 mi. NE of Marion, US 60
Description Returning from reconnaissance and foraging mission to Ohio River, CSA Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest with cavalry here Dec. 1, 1861, learned of threats to and arrests of Southern sympathizers. While capturing a few instigators, regimental Surgeon S. M. VanWyck was killed. Forrest stayed here another day before returning to Hopkinsville. See map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 616
County Union
Location Sturgis, US 60, 641
Description CSA Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest and 300 cavalry sent on foraging and reconnaissance mission from Hopkinsville reached Ohio River at Caseyville, Nov. 30, 1861. See map on other side. He found large supply of hogs, taking some along. After he left, USA got the rest and much whiskey. While returning to Hopkinsville Forrest captured horses, cattle and more hogs.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 617
County Webster
Location Providence, US 41, KY 120-A
Description CSA General Nathan Bedford Forrest, on reconnaissance and foraging mission toward the Ohio River Nov. 24 to Dec. 5, 1861, passed here with 300 cavalry on way to Caseyville. There he found large supply of hogs and took some along. After he left, USA picked up remainder. While returning to Hopkinsville Forrest captured horses, cattle and more hogs. Map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 618
County Christian
Location Hopkinsville Stone Company, US 41
Description CSA General Nathan Bedford Forrest with 6 cavalry companies joined Gen. Charles Clark here November 15, 1861. Forrest made reconnaissance and foraging expeditions out of here. See map on other side. When on one he defeated USA forces in Battle of Sacramento on December 28. After occupation of Hopkinsville for almost three months CSA evacuated. They withdrew into Tennessee.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford
Forrest Reconnoitered
Marker Number 665
County McLean
Location Calhoun, KY 81
Description On reconnaissance and search for supplies, late Nov. 1861, CSA Gen. Nathan B. Forrest's cavalry scouted area. Reported USA forces of Gen. T. C. Crittenden gathered here. Forrest moved on to west. Again in area, Dec. 28, 1861, Forrest met and defeated Union scouting force in battle at Sacramento. CSA escaped capture by USA troops sent from Calhoun. See map over.
Subjects Civil War
Forrest's Bivouac
Marker Number 1277
County McCracken
Location KY 994 (Old Mayfield Rd.) near Jct. of Bogart-Schmidt Rd.; 6 mi. S. of Paducah
Description Gen. Nathan B. Forrest and his CSA troops bivouacked one mile southwest of this spot after Battle of Paducah, March 25, 1864. Forrest moved to Mayfield next day where he paroled his men in order that they could visit their homes in western Kentucky and Tennessee. After three-day furlough troops joined Forrest at Trenton, Tennessee, without loss of a man.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Paducah, Battle of
Forrest's Headquarters
Marker Number 1287
County McCracken
Location 1501 Broadway, Paducah
Description In a grove of trees at this site, CSA Gen. Nathan B. Forrest had headquarters, Battle of Paducah, on March 25, 1864. USA Fort Anderson attacked, warehouses burned, about 60 homes destroyed by USA after battle. CSA lost 300 men, withdrew that night. This battle climaxed Forrest's memorable raid seeking horses, ammunition, and medicines. Presented by Western Kentucky Gas Company.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Forts and Stations , Paducah, Battle of
Forrest's Raid
Marker Number 517
County McCracken
Location 21st & Old Mayfield Rd., Paducah
Description General N. B. Forrest with Thompson's Ky. and Bell's Tenn. Brigades raided Paducah on March 25, 1864. Union's Fort Anderson held with aid of gunboats. Guards at USA warehouse captured. Part of town burned. Supplies of food taken by withdrawing CSA forces. Boast in Union newspaper prompted Forrest to send Gen. Abe Buford back to capture some overlooked horses.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Forts and Stations , Paducah
Fort Anderson
Marker Number 828
County McCracken
Location Park, end of 4th St., Paducah
Description Union fortification built, 1861, by Gen. Charles F. Smith. Manned by 5,000 troops. Jump-off for Grant's Miss. Valley Campaign. Fort was attacked March 25, 1864 by CSA Gen. Nathan B. Forrest's forces. Col. Albert P. Thompson, CSA, of Paducah killed. CSA burned riverfront warehouses. Next day USA troops under Col. S. G. Hicks burned homes in range of the fort. Presented by Paducah Sun-Democrat.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Forts and Stations , Grant, Ulysses S.
Fort Clay
Marker Number 9
County Fayette
Location West end of viaduct on US 60, Lexington
Description Extensive earthworks with ditch, drawbridges and magazine were constructed here by Federal forces after the Battle of "Ashland," May 1862.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations
Fort Heiman
Marker Number 147
County Calloway
Location Near state line, Ft. Heiman Rd., Murray
Description Confederate fort erected in 1861. Federals occupied 1862. Seized by CSA Gen. Forrest in fall 1864. With field cannon his cavalrymen sank 2 Union river transports, captured another and a gunboat, and commandeered them. Due east, this side of Kentucky Lake.
Subjects Civil War , Forrest, Nathan Bedford , Forts and Stations
Fort Jefferson Site
Marker Number 1309
County Ballard
Location 1 mi. S. of Wickliffe, US 51
Description Built in 1780 by George Rogers Clark as part of impressive plan of settlement, conceived by Governor Patrick Henry of Virginia, later pursued by and named for Gov. Thomas Jefferson. The fort was to protect US claim to its western border and to be a key trading post. It was abandoned, 1781. Resettled after Jackson Purchase. Important Union post in Civil War. Over.

(Reverse) Indian Massacre - In 1781, the Chickasaws, led by a Scotchman, Colbert, aroused by use of their land without consent, besieged the fort for five days. Many settlers killed. Those left became desperate for provisions, already low because of the difficulty in reaching the fort. Gen. Clark arrived with reinforcements and supplies. The Indians withdrew. Fort was abandoned thereafter. Over.
Subjects Civil War , Clark, George Rogers , Forts and Stations , Henry, Patrick , Indians , Jefferson, Thomas
Fort Mitchel
Marker Number 546
County Kenton
Location Dixie Highway, Ft. Mitchell
Description Near here stood old Ft. Mitchel, erected Oct. 1861. Scene of several skirmishes between CSA forces under Gen. Henry Heth and USA troops under Gen. Lew Wallace September, 1862. Major anchor in a line of seven forts defending Cincinnati. They ran along hills around Covington about 10 miles, from Bromley, on river to west, east to river near Ft. Thomas.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations
Fort Southworth
Marker Number 1810
County Jefferson
Location Louisville, 4522 Algonquin Parkway
Description Here was westernmost fort of 11-fort system designed to protect Louisville from the Confederates during Civil War. Construction began August 1, 1864; almost complete at war's end. Funded by the city and the federal government, Fort Southworth, 19,000 sq. ft., was composed of earth and designed by John R. Gillis. Presented by Louisville-Jefferson Co. Metropolitan Sewer District.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations
Fort Webb
Marker Number 1458
County Warren
Location Beech Bend Rd. & Country Club Dr., Bowling Green
Description Constructed by CSA during early days of Civil War. One of numerous fortifications in Bowling Green area used by CSA and Union forces. Located at head of navigation on Barren and Green River systems, Bowling Green became an important stronghold with two railroads to Memphis and Nashville. Threats from Union forces caused CSA to abandon town on February 14, 1862. Over.

(Reverse) Civil War Fortifications of Bowling Green - (A map showing fortifications)
Subjects Bowling Green , Civil War , Forts and Stations
Fort Williams
Marker Number 1290
County Barren
Location Between Glasgow Municipal Cem. & US 31-E bypass, Glasgow
Description Site of Civil War fort built in spring of 1863. Attacked Oct. 6 by Confederate Col. John M. Hughs and his 25th Tenn. Infantry. US troops under Maj. Samuel Martin surprised. Over 200 horses captured, part of fort burned, and 142 men taken prisoner, later paroled. In nearby cemetery is buried Gen. Joseph H. Lewis, Commander of lst Kentucky (Orphan) Brigade, CSA.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations
Fourth Street
Marker Number 1724
County Jefferson
Location Near north entry to the Galleria, Louisville
Description During Civil War, "Newspaper Row" stood in this area along Green (Liberty) St. On north side was pro-Union Journal; on south side, pro-southern Courier. Union Army Hq. was on west side of Fourth near Walnut. Macauley Theater opened in 1873 near Fourth and Walnut. It hosted Sarah Bernhardt in 1880. Mark Twain spoke in the area, 1885. Presented by the City of Louisville.

(Reverse) A Civil War Compass - From Galleria, all compass points have Civil War personality ties. One block west, Abe Lincoln visited James Speed's law office (1841). One block east is Christ Church, whose rector, Rev. Ashe, married Jeff Davis and Sarah Knox Taylor (1835). One block south, U. S. Grant visited Henry Watterson (1879). One block north, John Wilkes Booth performed on stage (1864). Over.
Subjects Actors , Civil War , Clemens, Samuel Langhorne (Mark Twain) , Courier-Journal (Louisville) , Davis, Jefferson , Episcopal Church , Grant, Ulysses S. , Lincoln, Abraham , Louisville , Newspapers
Garfield Place- 1 block west
Marker Number 172
County Floyd
Location Prestonsburg, US 23, 460
Description Used by Colonel, later President, James A. Garfield as his headquarters following Battle of Middle Creek, January 10, 1862.
Subjects Civil War , Garfield, James A.
Gen. Basil W. Duke, C.S.A.
Marker Number 1861
County Scott
Location Georgetown courthouse square, Main St.
Description A close associate of brother-in-law John Hunt Morgan, Duke provided tactics, discipline, and spirit, major elements of success of famous 2nd Ky. Cavalry. Wounded in battle twice, 1862; captured July 1863 in Ind.-Ohio raid; exchanged August 1864. After Morgan's death, Basil Duke appointed to command brigade. Later led part of the escort for Jefferson Davis in April-May 1865.

(Reverse) Basil W. Duke (1838-1916) - Scott County native Basil Duke-attorney, politician, and author-is most noted for Civil War service to Confederacy. Admitted to bar in 1858, he began law practice in St. Louis. After Civil War he settled in Louisville. Elected to Ky. House of Rep. Duke led powerful railroad lobby and was bitter enemy of Wm. Goebel. Writings include History of Morgan's Cavalry. Buried Lexington.
Subjects Books , Civil War , Confederate Army , Davis, Jefferson , Morgan, John Hunt
Gen. John Bell Hood Home
Marker Number 112
County Montgomery
Location 4 mi. W. of Mt. Sterling, US 60
Description Home of Hood family, 1835-1857. From here John Bell Hood (1831-1879) went to West Point, 1849. Resigned commission in 1861, joined Confederate Army, served with Texas Brigade throughout war. Hood wounded at Gettysburg; lost leg at Chickamauga.
Subjects Civil War
Gen. Joseph H. Lewis, 1824-1904
Marker Number 1317
County Barren
Location US 31-W, Cave City
Description Confederate Brigadier General, commanded famous "Orphan Brigade" in Civil War. In 1861 he conducted recruiting and training camp here. State legislature, 1850-54, 69-70. US Congress, 1870-73. Member of Kentucky Court of Appeals for 24 years, 1874-98. Its chief justice six years. Born in Barren County, he is buried in Glasgow Cemetery.
Subjects Cemeteries , Civil War
Gen. Ormsby MacKnight Mitchel
Marker Number 1758
County Kenton
Location Ft. Mitchell, Grandview Dr.
Description This park named for General Mitchel (1809-62), who assisted in Union defense of Cincinnati during Civil War. Fort Mitchell, one of 7 forts erected around city, named for him. Born in Ky.; graduate of West Point and served in Mexican War. A noted astronomer, he founded Cincinnati Observatory; later director of the Dudley Observatory, N.Y. Died of yellow fever while in the service.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations , Mexican War , West Point
George Huston
Marker Number 1787
County Union
Location 205 N. Brady St., Morganfield
Description A Harvard graduate and lawyer who specialized in land litigations, George Huston helped found city's first bank in 1869. He owned and enlarged this antebellum house from the early brick section where Dr. Brady, Huston's father-in-law, lived. At Civil War's end, Union soldiers camped here. In 1846 ex-President Tyler stayed here while Huston checked his land boundary.
Subjects Civil War
Georgetown Raided
Marker Number 701
County Scott
Location Georgetown, Courthouse lawn, KY 227
Description CSA Gen. John H. Morgan, on Kentucky raid here, July 15, 1862, camped two days. Destroyed rail bridges, USA stores, dispersed Home Guards. On 17th defeated USA at Cynthiana. Started back to Tenn. On last raid, Morgan was here, July 10, 1864, after taking Lexington. On 12th CSA met defeat at Cynthiana and retreated to Virginia. See map on other side.
Subjects Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Georgetown College , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt
Gibraltar of the West
Marker Number 528
County Hickman
Location Columbus, Columbus-Belmont State Park
Description Troops under Gen. Leonidas Polk fortified strategic line of bluffs here Sept. 3, 1861, marking CSA's first move in Ky. To prevent passage of Union gunboats, a huge chain was stretched across the Mississippi River. After Union success in Tenn., CSA evacuated on Mar. 2, 1862. Union troops moved in the next day and held position throughout the war.
Subjects Civil War , Polk, Leonidas K.
Goose Creek Salt Works
Marker Number 531
County Clay
Location KY 11, 21/2 mi. S. of Manchester
Description On Oct. 23, 1862, 22nd USA Brig. including lst, 2nd, and 20th Ky. Infantry moved here in wake of retreating CSA forces. 500 men worked 36 hours to destroy salt works mainly owned by unionists but used by Confederates. Loyal USA citizens allowed to remove salt enough for their own needs on taking oath none of it would be used to benefit Confederacy.
Subjects Civil War , Salt Works
Gov. James B. McCreary
Marker Number 1846
County Madison
Location 527 W. Main St., Richmond
Description This was home of James McCreary, twice gov. of Ky., 1875-79 and 1911-15. He was only governor to serve at both capitols and live as chief executive in both governor's mansions. McCreary served with South in Civil War, then in the state legislature, 1869-75. Later, as member of U.S. House and Senate, he aided in obtaining the Federal Building, now Richmond City Hall.
Subjects Civil War
Governor Thomas E. Bramlette
Marker Number 2234
County Jefferson
Location Cave Hill Cemetery, Louisville
Description Lawyer, legislator, soldier, and governor, he was born on Jan. 3, 1817, in present Clinton County. During Civil War he raised and was colonel of 3rd Ky. Union Inf. In 1862, Pres. Lincoln appointed him US Dist. Attorney for Ky. The next year he became governor after an election rife with Union military interference. Over.

(Reverse) During the war, resisted Confed. guerrillas & Lincoln over black troops, habeas corpus, & civilian arrests. Governor until 1867, he supported pardons for ex-CSA and fought Freedmen's Bureau, 14th & 15th constitutional ammend. Estab. Ag. & Mech. College, forerunner to Univ. of Ky. After term was a Louisville lawyer. Died 1875.
Subjects Civil War , Confederate Army , Governors , Lincoln, Abraham , Louisville , University of Kentucky
Grace Episcopal
Marker Number 1090
County McCracken
Location 820 Broadway, Paducah
Description Grace Church was organized in 1848 in the home of Adam Rankin, led by the Rev. N. N. Cowgill of Hickman. The first structure, built of lumber cut in Louisville and floated downstream, was located on riverfront near Market Street. Consecrated on April 21, 1851. During Civil War property was confiscated by U.S. government and church was used as hospital.

(Reverse) Grace Episcopal - Cornerstone for present Gothic edifice, one of Paducah's oldest landmarks, was laid on April 26, 1873 under rectorship of the Rev. W. M. Pettis who envisioned a building large enough to serve a growing city. Dedication and first service held June 21, 1874. Restoration of property after ravages of 1937 flood was led by the Rev. Custis Fletcher, rector. Presented by Church.
Subjects Civil War , Episcopal Church , Floods
Grant's Proclamation
Marker Number 924
County McCracken
Location Broadway at Riverfront, Paducah
Description On this spot, September 6, 1861, Gen. Ulysses S. Grant read proclamation to citizens of Paducah announcing that the Union Army was taking possession of town "to defend you" against Confederate attack. The "enemy" had taken "possession of and planted his guns" at Columbus and Hickman on the Mississippi. Union troops moved in and the U.S. occupied city for duration of war.
Subjects Civil War , Grant, Ulysses S. , Paducah
Guerrilla Quantrill
Marker Number 505
County Spencer
Location 5 mi. S. of Taylorsville, KY 55
Description William Quantrill, alias Captain Clarke, 4th Mo. Cav., taken here on May 10, 1865, ending four months Central Kentucky guerrilla raids. Surrounded in Wakefield's barn by Captain Terrill's 30 Kentuckians. Quantrill tried escape, mortally wounded and moved to Louisville Military Prison Hospital. He died June 6th, ending career as outlaw, then guerrilla for southern cause.
Subjects Civil War
Guerrilla Raids on Clinton
Marker Number 1400
County Hickman
Location Clinton, US 51
Description Federal troops garrisoned in area between 1862 and 1865 were often harassed by enemy guerrillas. March 10, 1864, Clinton was first raided by about forty who took supplies and horses that had been purchased for Union army. On July 10, 1864, guerrillas nearing Clinton on another raid lost 3 men killed and 5 wounded in a skirmish with USA infantry.
Subjects Civil War
Gunsmith Ferd Hummel
Marker Number 1062
County McCracken
Location 4th St. near Broadway, Paducah
Description Site of a one-story frame store, Hummel's Gunshop. He came here in 1861. Federal soldiers occupying Paducah in Civil War brought their firearms to him for repair. When the Confederates raided the city, March, 1864, they looted his shop, but he had secreted best arms in his home. Hummel, continuing as a gunsmith, was granted a patent on a breech-loading firearm in 1881.
Subjects Civil War , Paducah
Hanson Home Site
Marker Number 951
County Clark
Location Lexington Ave., Winchester, US 60
Description Here lived five Hanson brothers, Civil War soldiers, USA and CSA. For USA: Col. Charles S., hero of Battle of Lebanon, July, 1863; Pvt. Samuel K.-died in service. For CSA: Brig. Gen. Roger, mortally wounded in the Battle of Stone's River, Jan. 2, 1863; Pvt. Richard H. and Pvt. Isaac S. Sons of the Hon. Samuel and Matilda Hickman Hanson.
Subjects Civil War , Lebanon, Battle of
Harrodsburg Springs
Marker Number 551
County Mercer
Location Moreland Ave., E. of US 127, Harrodsburg
Description An exclusive spa was located here from 1820-1853, then sold to U.S. Government as Western Military Asylum for aged veterans. After main building burned, veterans were moved in 1859 to Washington, D.C. Ballroom and cottages were opened Oct. 8, 1862 to care for thousands of CSA and USA wounded from Battle of Perryville. Last of buildings had burned by 1885.
Subjects Civil War , Perryville, Battle of , Springs
Holmes High School
Marker Number 1691
County Kenton
Location 25th St. & Madison Ave., Covington
Description Holmes is one of Kentucky's earliest tax-supported, coeducational, public high schools. It was founded as Covington High School in 1853, at Scott and 11th Sts. Present name adopted when moved to this site. Campus is former estate of New Orleans merchant, Daniel Henry Holmes, and site of Union Army activity during Civil War. Over. Presented by Holmes High School PTA.

(Reverse) Holmes Dale Estate - Holmes Castle, home of Daniel Henry Holmes, erected here in 1866. His son, Daniel Henry, Jr., was noted 19th century poet. The 32-room, English-Gothic manor was acquired by Covington Board of Education; from 1919-36 the mansion was part of Holmes High School. In 1936, it was razed and replaced by a new administration building. Over. Presented by Holmes High School PTA.
Subjects Civil War , Poets , Schools
Independence Day-1863
Marker Number 605
County Taylor
Location 9 mi. S. of Campbellsville, Bypass on old KY 55
Description Morgan's Raiders, on way to Ohio, July 4, 1863, approached 200 USA Mich. Inf. under Col. O. H. Moore intrenched here. Morgan demanded surrender. Moore replied Fourth of July no day to entertain such a proposition. Eight CSA assaults repulsed in 3-hour battle, 36 CSA killed, 45 wounded. 6 USA killed, 23 wounded. Morgan bypassed and moved on after significant delay.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Invasion and Retreat
Marker Number 683
County Bell
Location Pineville, US 25-E
Description On route of Gen. E. Kirby Smith's Confederate invasion of Kentucky, fall 1862, concurrent with that of Bragg to the west. At Richmond Kirby Smith defeated USA, then occupied Lexington, Sept. 2. The Battle of Perryville prevented CSA plan to take Central Kentucky. Kirby Smith's army joined Bragg's, moving through here, Oct. 19-24, on return to Tennessee. See map other side.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Kirby Smith, E. , Perryville, Battle of , Richmond, Battle of
Iron Banks
Marker Number 60
County Hickman
Location Columbus, KY 58, 80
Description So named by early French explorers. Columbus was proposed as the Nation's Capital after the War of 1812. The area was fortified by the Confederate Army during the War Between the States.
Subjects Capitals , Civil War
Ivy Point Skirmishes
Marker Number 901
County Magoffin
Location Near Salyersville city limits, KY 7 & US 460
Description During Civil War the Union Army's 14th Ky. Inf. operated in this area to scout and protect east Ky. On Oct. 30, 1863, 160 of these troops under Lieut. Col. Orlando Brown, Jr. repulsed Confederates here and captured 50 prisoners. Another skirmish occurred Nov. 30, 1863, when Capt. Peter Everett in command of 200 Confederates led surprise attack, captured 25 men.
Subjects Civil War
James Guthrie (1792-1869)
Marker Number 1994
County Jefferson
Location Louisville, 4th & Guthrie
Description This statesman and entrepreneur fostered Louisville's growth from small town in 1810 to nation's 10th largest city in 1850. Promoted building of Portland Canal and the first R.R. bridge over Ohio River. As president of the University of Louisville, he established its Medical College and Academic Dept. Presented by Clan Guthrie-USA.

(Reverse) James Guthrie (1792-1869) - Guthrie served in the state legislature, 1827-40. In 1849 he presided over the third Kentucky Constitutional Convention. Pres. Franklin Pierce named him Secretary of U.S. Treasury, 1853-57. As president of L & N Railroad, 1860 to 1868, he was instrumental in keeping Ky. in Union during Civil War. He was U.S. senator, 1865-68. Presented by Clan Guthrie-USA.
Subjects Civil War , Louisville and Nashville Railroad , Ohio River , Schools , University of Louisville
James J. Andrews
Marker Number 173
County Fleming
Location Courthouse lawn, Flemingsburg
Description Andrews lived here 1859-62. In 1862 he led 22 Union soldiers into Georgia to cut the railway between Marietta and Chattanooga. Their capture of the locomotive "The General" and their pursuit by Confederates was a dramatic incident of the Civil War.
Subjects Civil War , Railroads , Union Army
Jamestown Skirmishes
Marker Number 724
County Russell
Location Jamestown, US 127
Description Dec. 25, 1861, part of First Ky. Cav., USA, camped at Webb's Cross Roads to guard stored corn and forage and scout CSA operations. Detachment skirmished with enemy here resulting in one death, CSA. Both armies in area again, 1863. On June 2, 300 CSA attacked Union pickets, driving them into town. CSA retired when met by alert USA. One CSA man and weapons captured.
Subjects Civil War
Jefferson County Courthouse
Marker Number 1697
County Jefferson
Location Sixth & Jefferson Sts., Louisville
Description Designed by Gideon Shryock in the Greek Revival style. Construction began ca. 1837, and building first used by city and county, 1842. Completed in 1860 by Albert Fink and Charles Stancliff, it housed legislature briefly during Civil War. Structure renovated by Brinton Davis after 1905 fire. Seven U.S. Presidents have spoken here. On National Register of Historic Places, 1972.

(Reverse) City and County Named - Louisville, at the Falls of the Ohio, was founded in 1778 by George Rogers Clark. Site first served as a military outpost; the city which developed was named for Louis XVI. Kentucky Co., Virginia, was divided in 1780 into Jefferson, Fayette, and Lincoln counties. Jefferson County was named for Governor Thomas Jefferson, who signed the first town charter of Louisville. Over.
Subjects Architects , Civil War , Clark, George Rogers , Courthouses , Falls of the Ohio , Kentucky County (Virginia) , Louisville , National Register of Historic Places , Shryock, Gideon
Jefferson Davis Birthplace
Marker Number 57
County Todd
Location Fairview, US 68
Description Here the only President of the Confederate States of America was born June 3, 1808, the son of Samuel and Jane Cook Davis. The family moved to Mississippi during his infancy.
Subjects Civil War , Davis, Jefferson , Forts and Stations
Jennie's Creek
Marker Number 571
County Johnson
Location Paintsville, 1/2 mi. W. of Jct. US 23 & 460
Description Under orders to dislodge CSA from this area Col. James A. Garfield's troops reached Paintsville on Jan. 6, 1862. The next day he sent Col. Wm. Bolles to clear out CSA cavalry at mouth of Jennie's Creek. After Confederate defeat here, Gen. Humphrey Marshall withdrew to Middle Creek. After a heavy engagement there on Jan. 10, Marshall returned to Virginia.
Subjects Civil War , Garfield, James A. , Marshall, Humphrey
Jerome Bonaparte Robertson, 1815-1891
Marker Number 659
County Woodford
Location US 60, Versailles
Description Confederate brigadier general. Born in Woodford County. Transylvania University, medicine, 1835. Moved to Texas, 1836. Practiced medicine, Indian fighter, member legislature and Texas secession convention. Wounded at Second Manassas and Gettysburg. Fought at Chickamauga, Knoxville, and in Texas. Father of CSA Brig. Gen. Felix H. Robertson.

(Reverse) Randall Lee Gibson, 1832-1892 - Confederate brigadier general. Born in Woodford, home of his grandfather. Parents lived Louisiana. Graduate Yale Univ., 1853. Distinguished for leadership at Shiloh, in 1862 Kentucky campaign, Chickamauga, Atlanta, and Hood's later invasion of Tennessee. U.S. House 1875-83, and Senate 1883-92, from Louisiana. Buried Lexington, Ky., Cemetery.
Subjects Civil War , Confederate Army , Lexington , Transylvania University
Jerome Clarke ("Sue Mundy")
Marker Number 540
County Jefferson
Location 18th & Broadway, Louisville
Description Born in Franklin, Kentucky, 1844, Jerome Clarke enlisted in Company B, Fourth Regiment, Kentucky Confederate Orphan Brigade, 1861. Captured at Fort Donelson, he escaped from Camp Morton. Clarke saw action at Chickamauga and then became one of "Morgan's men." After Morgan's death, this Confederate raider became notorious as woman marauder "Sue Mundy." Over.

(Reverse)"Sue Mundy" Executed - Jerome Clarke, 20, was captured in March 1865, and tried and convicted for guerrilla activities as Sue Mundy. He claimed to have been operating as a Confederate soldier rather than a lawless guerrilla. In the block bounded by Broadway, Magazine, 17th and 18th streets, Clarke was hanged on March 15, 1865. A crowd of several thousand witnessed his death. See over.
Subjects Camps , Civil War , Forts and Stations , Morgan, John Hunt , Sue Mundy
John B. Castleman-Soldier
Marker Number 1629
County Jefferson
Location Near Gen. John B. Castleman monument, Cherokee Rd., Louisville
Description Castleman, one of Morgan's men, led attempt in 1864 to free CSA prisoners at Camp Morton. He was imprisoned until end of the war, exiled, then pardoned by President Johnson. A native of Fayette Co., he came here in 1867. Colonel, Louisville Legion, lst Regt., Ky. State Guard, reorganized in 1878. Served with lst Regt. as Brigadier General in Puerto Rico, 1898-99.

(Reverse) John B. Castleman-Citizen - After the Civil War, Castleman studied law and graduated from University of Louisville in 1868. Known as Father of Louisville Park System, he was responsible for Cherokee, Shawnee, Iroquois and Central parks. Castleman also organized and was president of American Saddle Horse Assn., 1892. Appointed Adjutant General by both governors Knott and Beckham.
Subjects Beckham, J.C.W. , Camps , Civil War , Knott, J. Proctor , Louisville , Morgan's Raiders , University of Louisville
John Larue Helm, 1802-1867
Marker Number 1912
County Hardin
Location Elizabethtown, Jct. US 31-W & KY 447
Description This Hardin Co. native was one of Kentucky's most celebrated lawyers. In legislature 17 yrs.; rose to House Speaker. Elected lt. gov., he became gov. when John J. Crittenden resigned, 1850. Pres. of L&N R.R., 1854-60, when railroad completed. A harsh critic of Pres. Lincoln, Helm favored neutrality for Ky. in the Civil War. Elected gov., 1867. Died after five days in office.
Subjects Civil War , Crittenden, John J. , Lincoln, Abraham , Louisville and Nashville Railroad
John Marshall Harlan (1833-1911)
Marker Number 1606
County Boyle
Location Weisiger Park, Main St., Danville
Description Born in Boyle Co. and a graduate of Centre College, 1850, Harlan practiced law in central Ky. after 1853. Although against Lincoln and abolition in 1860, he was a strong Unionist during Civil War; recruited 10th Ky. Infantry. Elected Attorney General of Kentucky in 1863. Supported rebuilding Union and amendments 13-15. Named to Supreme Court by Pres. Hayes; served nearly 34 yrs.

(Reverse) Kentucky's "Great Dissenter" - During John Marshall Harlan's Supreme Court tenure, he authored 1161 opinions, spoke for the Court 745 times and wrote 316 dissents. Harlan was a highly respected jurist because of his individualism, dedication, and courage. He dissented with vigor, often alone, on issues of civil rights, interstate commerce, and income tax. Many of his dissents became the law of the land.
Subjects Centre College , Civil War , Lincoln, Abraham
Johnston Birthplace
Marker Number 91
County Mason
Location Main St., Washington
Description Near here on February 3, 1803, General Albert Sidney Johnston, Confederate leader, was born. He resigned from the U.S. Army in 1861 to join the South. Killed at Shiloh, April 6, 1862.
Subjects Civil War , Johnston, Albert Sidney , Shiloh, Battle of
Karrick-Paris House
Marker Number 876
County Boyle
Location Fourth and Buell, Perryville, US 68
Description Bivouac for Confederate troops on Oct. 7, 1862, night before Battle of Perryville. Karricks ordered to vacate home the next day. Day after the battle they returned to survey damage, found little done. Officers, doctors lived in house for about 6 months. It was built early 1850s, bought in 1856 by James V. Karrick, who came from Shelby Co., Ky. See over.

(Reverse) Harberson's Station - First settled, 1781 or 1782, by group from Pennsylvania led by James Harberson, who owned 1,400 acres. To protect against Indians they built fort to include spring and cave still found on this site. Plot for town laid out, 1815, by Edward Bullock and William Hall. Named Perryville for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. Established by legislature, 1817. See over.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations , Indians , Perryville, Battle of
Ky African American Civil War Memorial
Marker Number 2226
County Franklin
Location Greenhill Cemetery, Frankfort
Description The African American Civil War Memorial in Greenhill Cemetery is only monument in state honoring the nearly 25,000 Kentuckians who served in the United States Colored Troops. The names of 142 men from central Ky are etched on monument. Memorial dedicated in July 1924.

(text same on reverse)
Subjects African American , Civil War
L & N Bridge in Civil War
Marker Number 1296
County Bullitt
Location KY 61 at crossing of Salt River, near Shepherdsville
Description Destroyed three times by CSA. Partially razed on Sept. 7, 1862, by troops under Col. John Hutcheson. During the occupation of Shepherdsville, Sept. 28, Braxton Bragg's troops again destroyed it, but new bridge was up by Oct. 11. After Battle of Elizabethtown, Dec. 27, John Hunt Morgan's men moved along tracks, destroying everything on way to trestle works at Muldraugh's Hill.
Subjects Bragg, Braxton , Civil War , Louisville and Nashville Railroad , Morgan, John Hunt , Railroads
L&N Railroad Bridge
Marker Number 2160
County Hart
Location KY 31W at Green River Bridge
Description The railroad bridge over the Green River stands a quarter mile to the southwest. Constructed 1857-59 by engineer Albert Fink, the bridge was at the time the largest iron bridge in the United States, with a total length of 1,800 ft. Stonemasons John W. Key & sons built the piers from local limestone.

(Reverse) The L&N railroad bridge became vital in the Civil War. Two battles were fought here for control of this major link. Confederate General Simon B. Buckner ordered Key to destroy two spans to prevent Union use. Bridge repaired by Union and later reengineered.
Subjects Civil War , Railroads
Last Skirmish in Ky.
Marker Number 1231
County Lyon
Location State Penitentiary overlook, Eddyville, KY 730
Description Overlooking site, now underwater, where last significant Civil War skirmish east of the Miss. River occurred, Apr. 29, 1865. US force under Captain S. M. Overby driven back after attacking about 140 Confederates from Army of Northern Virginia, under Colonel L. A. Sypert. Casualties on both sides; supplies captured. By May 6, most of the Confederates killed or captured.
Subjects Civil War
Laurel Seminary
Marker Number 661
County Laurel
Location London Elem. School, N. Main St., US 25
Description In 1826, the legislature granted land to Laurel and some other counties for educational purposes. Land sold; Seminary opened, 1858. Used for hospital in Civil War. Gov. W. S. Taylor called special session of legislature here, 1900. Common school, 1870-84; private school, 1884-93; common school, 1893-1906; then public school. Original building replaced, 1954.
Subjects Civil War
Lexington Cemetery
Marker Number 1550
County Fayette
Location US 421, West Main St., Lexington
Description Incorporated in 1849, Lexington Cemetery was laid out as a natural landscape park. Both Confederate and Union soldiers are buried in this cemetery. Towering over Henry Clay's grave is a 120-foot monument surmounted by his statue. Other noted men, including James Lane Allen, John C. Breckinridge, and John Hunt Morgan, interred here. Presented by Lexington-Fayette Co. Historic Commission.
Subjects Breckinridge, John Cabell , Cemeteries , Civil War , Clay, Henry , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt
Lexington Named
Marker Number 554
County Fayette
Location Entrance to McConnell Springs Dr. & Old Frankfort Pk., Lexington
Description In early June of 1775, a party of frontiersmen, led by William McConnell, camped near here on a branch of Elkhorn Creek. Upon hearing of the colonists' victory at Lexington, Mass., on April 19, 1775, they named their campsite Lexington to commemorate the first battle of the American Revolution. Impressed with the area, they hoped to see a town here some day.

(Reverse)Lexington Settled - Due to danger of Indian attacks, permanent settlement was delayed for four years. In 1779 Colonel Robert Patterson and 25 companions came from Fort Harrod and erected a blockhouse at present Main and Mill streets. Cabins and stockade were soon built, making fort a place of importance. The town of Lexington was established on May 6, 1782, by act of Va. Gen. Assembly.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations , Lexington , McConnell, William , Revolutionary War
Louisa in Civil War
Marker Number 547
County Lawrence
Location Louisa, Courthouse lawn, US 23
Description River traffic caused Union forces under Gen. James A. Garfield, 20th U.S. President, to occupy Louisa Dec. 1861. CSA troops attempted capture March 12 and 25-26, 1863. Southern partisans raided area Nov. 5, 1864, burning houses and 2 steamers, and looting stores. Fort Bishop, USA, completed here just as war ended in 1865. Also called Fort Gallup and Fort Hill.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations , Garfield, James A.
Louisville and Nashville Railroad
Marker Number 1350
County Jefferson
Location 10th and Broadway, Louisville
Description Chartered by the Kentucky General Assembly, March 5, 1850. First track was laid near here in July, 1855. First train ran in August, 1855. First passenger station dedicated at 9th and Broadway in 1858. From it in 1859 ran first through train from Louisville to Nashville. During Civil War L & N was Western sector's only North-South rail link, a vital part of Union supply route. Used by Generals Grant and Sherman to move men and supplies as Union rolled deeper into South. It was prime target for marauding Confederate units. Gen. John Hunt Morgan raided extensively along its tracks and bridges. But despite difficulties the railroad continued to operate.

(Reverse) L & N Expansion

First Train

  • 1859: Louisville to Nashville (Map showing 1867 Memphis expansion)
  • 1872: Birmingham, Montgomery
  • 1880: New Orleans, St. Louis, Pensacola, Mobile
  • 1881: Cincinnati
  • 1902: Knoxville
  • 1905: Atlanta
  • 1957: Paducah, Chattanooga
  • 1969: Chicago
Subjects Civil War , Grant, Ulysses S. , Louisville and Nashville Railroad , Morgan, John Hunt , Sherman, William T.
Louisville Legion
Marker Number 1589
County Jefferson
Location Near Gen. John B. Castleman monument, Cherokee Rd., Louisville
Description The founding of this Legion dates to 1837, when a company was formed as the "Louisville Guards." The next year three more companies were organized. They were the "Washington Grays." These military organizations were combined into the Louisville Legion by a charter enacted by the Kentucky Legislature in 1839.

(Reverse) Louisville Legion - This organization served the nation under various designations. They participated in many conflicts, among which were: the Mexican War, 1846-47; the Civil War, 1861-64; Spanish-American War, 1898-99; Mexican Border, 1916; World War I, 1917-19; World War II, 1942-45; and Vietnam War, 1968-69. Legion is now represented by Hqs. XXIII Corps Arty. and 138th Arty. Group.
Subjects Civil War , Louisville , Mexican War , Spanish-American War , Vietnam War , World War II , World War I
Make and Female School Site
Marker Number 2242
County Adair
Location 305 E. Guardian, Columbia
Description The Columbia College Joint Stock Company formed in 1853 to build the M&F School. It was conveyed to trustees appointed by Transylvania Presbytery and opened in 1855. The building was a Union Camp during the Civil War. Classes resumed after the war. In 1908 a public grade and high school replaced the M&F School on the same site.

(Reverse) This horse-mounting block is a survivor from many that were along this road and in the field beyond. Houses built in the early 1900s now occupy former pastures where horses grazed while their riders attended the M&F School on the hill. This subscription school provided both boys and girls a quality high school education.
Subjects Civil War , Schools , Union Army
Mammoth Furnace
Marker Number 1364
County Lyon
Location Land Between The Lakes, Bethlehem Church Rd., KY 58
Description Built 3 1/4 miles west in 1845 by Charles and John Stacker, a stone stack 31 1/2 ft. high, 9 ft. across inside at widest. Steam-powered, charcoal-fueled, it made white unusually hard pig iron from ore deposits near furnace, producing 1514 tons in 48 weeks, 1857. CSA Army obstructed Tenn. River at Fort Henry with iron spikes made here. Last blast 1874. See over.

(Reverse) Iron Made in Kentucky - A major producer since 1791, Ky. ranked 3rd in US in 1830s, 11th in 1965. Charcoal timber, native ore, limestone supplied material for numerous furnaces making pig iron, utensils, munitions in the Hanging Rock, Red River, Between Rivers, Rolling Fork, Green River Regions. Charcoal-furnace era ended in 1880s with depletion of ore and timber and use of modern methods. Over.
Subjects Civil War , Forts and Stations , Iron Industry
Masterful Retreat
Marker Number 644
County Elliott
Location Sandy Hook, Courthouse lawn, KY 7, 32
Description General George W. Morgan's 9,000 USA force occupied Cumberland Gap June 18 to Sept. 17, 1862. Cut off from supplies, Morgan began 200-mile retreat. On way through here USA harassed by CSA Morgan's Raiders. Failure of reinforcements caused CSA withdrawal at Grayson, Oct. 1. Union retreat, from Gap to Greenup on Ohio River, made in 16 days. See map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, George Washington , Morgan's Raiders
McCoy Graves Here
Marker Number 1728
County Pike
Location Dils Cem., Pikeville Bypass, Pikeville, US 23 & 119
Description Among some 500 graves in Dils Cemetery are the resting places of Randolph McCoy, clan leader in the Hatfield-McCoy feud; his wife, Sarah; their daughter and son, Roseanna and Sam; and Sam's wife, Martha. This Appalachian vendetta, from Civil War to 1890s, became well known. Dils Cemetery is part of the Hatfield-McCoy Feud Historic District. See over.

(Reverse) Hatfield-McCoy Feud - The feud resulted, in part, from Civil War conflicts, romantic entanglements, family-oriented discord, property and election disputes, mixed with mountain pride. Violence surrounding clan leaders Anderson Hatfield and Randolph McCoy eventually involved governors of Kentucky and West Virginia. Deaths and time brought an end to the feud. See over.
Subjects Cemeteries , Civil War , Hatfield-McCoy Feud , Governors , McCoy, Randolph
McCracken County Courthouse
Marker Number 1377
County McCracken
Location Paducah, 6th St.
Description First courthouse on this site finished 1861 and occupied almost immediately by Union Army. Used as a Civil War hospital. Present building erected 1940-43 with help of Works Progress Administration. Total cost of courthouse $344,919. Marker presented by McCracken County Civic Beautification Board. Over.

(Reverse) McCracken County Courthouse

  • 1825 - First courthouse built of logs at Wilmington.
  • 1832 - County seat moved to Paducah. Courthouse at Second and Ky.
  • 1861 - First courthouse at this site, then at edge of town.
  • 1943 - Present building occupied.

Marker presented by McCracken County Civic Beautification Board. Over

Subjects Civil War , Courthouses , Paducah
Merchants' Row
Marker Number 2223
County Boyle
Location Buell Street, Perryville
Description Originally known as Main St., the town's historic commercial center renamed Buell St. to honor Union general D.C. Buell. Now called Merchants' Row, most buildings built 1830-40. Temperance leader Carrie Nation lived here as a child. Buildings damaged during Perryville battle & used as field hospitals. Row later raided by pro-Confederate guerillas. Over.

(Reverse) Area saw fighting during the Oct. 8, 1862 battle. Southern troops retreated into town from the west pursued by Federals. 21st and 38th Illinois regiments drove CSA over Chaplin River and took position along Merchants' Row, capturing prisoners and wagons. Several buildings between 2nd and 3rd streets burned during fight. Over.
Subjects Buell, Don Carlos , Civil War , Perryville, Battle of , Nation, Carry
Merritt Jones/Wayside Tavern
Marker Number 1905
County Madison
Location 16 mi. S. of Richmond; 61/2 mi. SE of Berea, US 421
Description Down this lane was a log tavern and overnight stop on the Old State Road from Cumberland Gap to Lexington by 1830s. The older half of building dates back to ca. 1800. During Civil War, Jones Tavern was held alternately by Confederate and Union forces. In Jan. 1864, Gen. U.S. Grant and staff stayed overnight on their way from east Tennessee to Lexington. Over.

(Reverse) Jones Tavern/CSA Cemetery - During the Battle of Richmond, Aug. 29-30, 1862, this building was a Confederate field hospital for men wounded while fighting farther north near Mt. Zion Church. Thirteen who died here, including a boy soldier only fifteen years old, are buried in a small cemetery in the woods above the house. See over.
Subjects Cemeteries , Civil War , Cumberland Gap , Grant, Ulysses S. , Lexington , Richmond, Battle of , Taverns
Midway Christian Church
Marker Number 2280
County Woodford
Location 123 East Bruen St., Midway
Description Early members of this church met on Main St. soon after the town was founded in 1833. Dr. L .L. Pinkerton dedicated first building on this site, Christmas Day, 1844. Pinkerton & members of the church founded the Kentucky Female Orphan School (chartered in 1847) which later became present-day Midway College.

(Reverse) Out of this church, Midway Second Christian Church was organized prior to the Civil War. Notable visitors were preacher Alexander Campbell and Carry Nation. In 1859 Pinkerton used a melodeon in worship, leading to a split of the Church of Christ and Disciples of Christ. The Victorian Romanesque building was dedicated in 1896.
Subjects Christian Church , Civil War , Orphanages , Nation, Carry
Mill Springs
Marker Number 75
County Wayne
Location E. of Mill Springs, KY 90 [old]
Description Near here, January 19, 1862, 4,000 Confederate troops were engaged and defeated by 12,000 Federalists. The southern leader, General Felix Zollicoffer, was killed in the action. The historic old mill was built in 1840.
Subjects Civil War , Mill Springs, Battle of
Mission Accomplished
Marker Number 556
County Johnson
Location Paintsville, US 23, 460
Description On mission to clear area of CSA forces, Colonel G. W. Gallup with USA troops was attacked here April 13, 1864 by CSA force under Lt. Colonel E. F. Clay. Union troops repulsed Confederates. Next day USA attacked CSA at Half Mountain, south of Salyersville. 60 CSA killed or wounded; 60 men, 200 horses, 400 saddles, 300 small arms captured. USA losses were slight.
Subjects Civil War
Morgan at Midway
Marker Number 516
County Woodford
Location US 62 at railroad, Midway
Description Taking 300 abandoned USA horses and mules at Versailles, Morgan's Raiders came here July 15, 1862. Advised of troop train approach from Frankfort he had tracks torn up and howitzers set. Train warned and returned to Frankfort. Morgan took telegraph line and coaxed train at Lexington to come on but it turned back. He and his men reached Georgetown that evening.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Morgan's Raiders
Morgan Raiders' Camp
Marker Number 567
County Rowan
Location 1 mi. E. of Licking River, Farmers, US 60
Description On last tragic raid, the fourth into Kentucky, Morgan's Raiders took Mt. Sterling, then lost it, took Lexington and June 11, 1864 took Cynthiana. Next day USA men under Brig. General S. G. Burbridge dispersed raiders. Morgan then retreated through Flemingsburg and camped here June 12. He and his men returned to Virginia, but never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Morgan's Raiders , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's First Raid
Marker Number 524
County Monroe
Location Tompkinsville, KY 63, 100
Description July 9, 1862, Morgan's Raiders, coming from Tenn. on first raid into Ky., attacked force of 9th Pa. Cav. at USA garrison. Raiders captured 30 of retreating enemy and destroyed tents and stores. They took 20 wagons, 50 mules, 40 horses, sugar and coffee supplies. At Glasgow they burned supplies, then went north, raiding 16 other towns before returning to Tenn.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Morgan's First Raid
Marker Number 733
County Woodford
Location US 60, 62, Versailles
Description On first Kentucky raid CSA Gen. John H. Morgan with 900 cavalry in Lawrenceburg July 14, 1862; came here that night. Sent out scouts in all directions and took 300 USA horses and mules. Next day moved to Georgetown, then to Cynthiana, after which returned to Tennessee. See map on other side. On raid Morgan covered 1,000 miles in 24 days, raiding 17 towns.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Morgan's First Raid
Marker Number 677
County Pulaski
Location Somerset, Library lawn
Description CSA General John H. Morgan's first Kentucky raid covered 1,000 miles, July 4 to July 28, 1862-24 days. Left Tenn. with 900 men, returned with 1200, captured 17 towns, 300 horses, destroyed Union supplies. Here, July 21, Morgan took over telegraph line and countermanded USA orders to pursue. Destroyed commissary stores, wagons, arms. Moved on to Monticello. See map.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Morgan's Headquarters
Marker Number 602
County Meade
Location Brandenburg, KY 228
Description This house, built 1832, owned in 1863 by Col. Robert Buckner, War of 1812 veteran, was headquarters, July 7-8, of CSA General J. H. Morgan. Raiders crossing river on captured steamers interrupted as US gunboat Elk arrived. They exchanged fire and then Elk retired, ammunition exhausted. After crossing river, CSA burned steamer Alice Dean. Hulk at river bottom to the west.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Steamboats
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 621
County Fleming
Location KY 11, W. of Flemingsburg
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 622
County Pike
Location 4 mi. S. of US 460, US 119
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 623
County Floyd
Location Prestonsburg, W. of Bridge, KY 114
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on 10th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 624
County Knott
Location Hindman, KY 80
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864. Moved through here. Took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, then took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on the 11th. Next day USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA. Morgan retreated, reaching Virginia June 20. See map other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 691
County Mason
Location Mays Lick, US 68
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 692
County Harrison
Location Claysville, US 62
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 693
County Robertson
Location Mt. Olivet, US 62
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 694
County Mason
Location Wedonia, KY 11, 24
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 695
County Mason
Location Sardis, US 62
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on l0th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Last Raid
Marker Number 700
County Johnson
Location Paintsville, South, US 23, 460
Description On tragic last Kentucky raid, CSA Gen. John H. Morgan and Raiders entered state June 1, 1864, took Mt. Sterling June 8, lost it on 9th, took Lexington on 10th, and Cynthiana on 11th. USA under General S. G. Burbridge defeated CSA next day. Morgan retreated through here, reaching Virginia June 20. See map on other side. Raiders never recovered from this reverse.
Subjects Burbridge, Stephen G. , Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Lexington , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Morgan's Second Raid
Marker Number 705
County Nelson
Location Boston, US 62
Description CSA Gen. John H. Morgan ordered Col. D. W. Chenault's regiment to burn the railroad trestle here, Dec. 29, 1862. This and destruction of two trestles at Muldraugh's Hill, the previous day, put L&N railroad, the main USA supply line, out of use for critical period. On 14-day Kentucky raid, Morgan destroyed $2,000,000 U.S. property, captured 1,877 USA troops. See map.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Morgan's Second Raid
Marker Number 525
County Hardin
Location Elizabethtown at Cemetery, US 31-W
Description North of here Morgan's Raiders destroyed two of the most important L&N R.R. trestles Dec. 28, 1862, rendering line impassable for two months. Circling this area, they returned to Tenn. on Jan. 2, 1863. In eleven days they destroyed $2,000,000 of U.S. property, wrecked L&N line from Munfordville to Shepherdsville, and captured, then paroled, 1,877 prisoners.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Morgan-on to Ohio
Marker Number 529
County Meade
Location Main St. at river, Brandenburg, KY 228
Description July 7, 1863, Morgan's CSA Cavalry arrived here, captured steamers John B. McCombs and Alice Dean. Next day they began crossing river. Indiana militia fired on them but fled under return fire. Alice Dean burned after crossing. Morgan went on to northeastern Ohio, where he surrendered July 26. Imprisoned at Columbus, Ohio, he escaped Nov. 24, returned south.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Steamboats
Morgan-on to Ohio
Marker Number 515
County Cumberland
Location Burkesville, Courthouse lawn, KY 61, 90
Description July 2, 1863, CSA Gen. John Hunt Morgan crossed Cumberland River near here, brushing aside Union patrols on north bank. Morgan placed some troops in ambush one mile from here and drove Union forces back to camp at Marrowbone. Morgan crossed Kentucky, invading Indiana and on into Northeastern Ohio, where he surrendered July 26. He was imprisoned at Columbus, Ohio.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt
Mount Zion Presbyterian Church
Marker Number 2245
County Muhlenberg
Location Hwy. 62 E, Central City
Description Historic mountzion meetinghouse built 1804 at crossroads of wagon trails. A plain hewed log house 24x42 with shingle roof, plain pulpit & common seats. In 1810 Muhl Co Court named it in surveys of 3 precincts. Circuit riding missionaries from Philadelphia served the group until Rev. Isaac Bard came in 1822. Over

(Reverse) Deeded in 1822 by Thomas Irvin to congregation of Mountzion Society. Organized Dec.1, 1823 by Rev. Bard with Andrew Glenn, William Young and John Culbertson as its elders. Revolutionary & Civil War soldiers rest beside slaves in the cemetery. An original axe-hewn floor beam with wooden peg is exposed to view in the basement. Over
Subjects Civil War , Presbyterian Church , Revolutionary War
New Providence
Marker Number 1498
County Mercer
Location 7 mi. N. of Harrodsburg at Church, US 127
Description The McAfee Company first visited Salt River in 1773 to choose a location for settlement. While returning to Virginia, they were near starvation until Robert McAfee killed a deer which provided food for them. Later when they built their church on Salt River, it was named New Providence to commemorate this act of divine providence in their behalf. See over.

(Reverse) House of Worship - The McAfee Company returned to Salt River, 1779, to establish their permanent settlement. In 1785 the first building to serve as meeting place and school house was erected 3/4 mi. east. Present church building was started in 1861; Civil War delayed completion until 1864. Continuous worship services have been held since church's founding. See over.
Subjects Civil War , Presbyterian Church , Rivers
Octagon Hall
Marker Number 503
County Simpson
Location N. of Franklin, US 31-W
Description An antebellum landmark built by Andrew Jackson Caldwell, an ardent advocate of the southern cause. Many Confederate soldiers found shelter here. Bricks were made, wood cut and finished, stone quarried on the place. The house erected by Caldwell and his men. Three floors, with four large rooms, hall and stairway. Large basement provided hiding place.
Subjects Civil War
Old Mail Stage Route
Marker Number 1816
County Mercer
Location Shakertown at Pleasant Hill, US 68
Description Completed by 1839, Lexington-Harrodsburg-Perryville Turnpike (KY 68) ran through center of Pleasant Hill. Road became part of interstate Zanesville (Ohio)-Florence (Ala.) mail stage route. Stages discontinued here by 1877. Turnpike brought the reclusive Shakers communication and trade, as well as Confederate and Federal invaders during the Civil War.
Subjects Civil War , Roads , Shakers
Old State House
Marker Number 1524
County Franklin
Location Old State Capitol grounds, Broadway, Frankfort
Description Kentucky's third capitol on this site was built in 1827-1829 of Kentucky River marble. The two previous capitols were destroyed by fire. Gideon Shryock of Lexington, one of the state's most distinguished architects, designed the building which introduced Greek Revival style to Kentucky. Its most outstanding feature is the self-supporting, stone circular stairway. Joel Scott, keeper of penitentiary, invented a wire saw to cut the rough stone to expedite construction. This building, Shryock's masterpiece, served as seat of government for eighty years until completion of New Capitol in 1909. Daniel Boone and wife Rebecca lay in state here in 1845 before their reinterment in Frankfort. Only state capitol in U.S. captured by Confederate forces, September 1862. Gov. William Goebel assassinated here, January 30, 1900. Home of the Kentucky Historical Society since 1920; restored, 1973-75. Extensive museum-open to public.
Subjects Architects , Boone, Daniel , Capitals , Civil War , Kentucky Historical Society , Museums , Rivers , Shryock, Gideon
Oliver Percy Rood 1845-1885
Marker Number 2227
County Franklin
Location Leslie Morris Park on Fort Hill, Frankfort
Description Civil War Medal of Honor recipiant. Born in Franklin Co. on April 25, 1845. Rood moved to Indiana in mid-1850s. Served as private with Co F, 14th IN Inf. Regt. On July 2, 1863, captured flag of 21st NC Inf. Regt. at the Battle of Gettysburg. Died June 1, 1885. He is buried at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Nashville, TN.

(text same on reverse)
Subjects Civil War , Medal of Honor Winners
Olympian Springs
Marker Number 1342
County Bath
Location Olympian Springs, KY 36
Description This famous resort, known by 1791 as Mud Lick Springs, was favored for a century by such prominent visitors as Henry Clay. First stagecoach route in Kentucky began in 1803 between here and Lexington. Many Lexingtonians fled here from cholera epidemic of 1833. 28th US Infantry camped here during War of 1812. Civil War cavalry battle was fought here, Oct. 19, 1864.
Subjects Cholera , Civil War , Clay, Henry , Springs , War of 1812
On Civil War Routes
Marker Number 689
County Washington
Location Springfield, US 150, KY 55
Description CSA Gen. John H. Morgan's cavalry moved thru Springfield on raids, July 12 and December 30, 1862. On third raid, into Ohio, after battle of Lebanon, July 5, 1863, Union prisoners brought here but paroled to speed CSA movement. Confederate invasion force of 16,000 here before meeting Union Army in battle at Perryville, Oct. 8, 1862. See map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Perryville, Battle of
On Confederate Routes
Marker Number 685
County Lincoln
Location Crab Orchard, US 150
Description CSA Gen. J. H. Morgan's cavalry on first Kentucky raid, returning from Cynthiana, burned Dix River bridge above here and camped on July 20, 1862. Burned 120 USA wagons here and at Somerset. (See map on other side.) After battle of Perryville Oct. 8, 1862, CSA retired to Bryantsville. Then retreated in two columns to Tenn. One of them moved thru here.
Subjects Civil War , Morgan, John Hunt , Perryville, Battle of
Paint Lick Presbyterian Church
Marker Number 1562
County Garrard
Location 3 mi. W. of Paint Lick, KY 52
Description Founded 1784 by Rev. David Rice. Early elders of the church: Thomas Maxwell, Alexander Henderson, James Woods, Samuel Woods, Robert Brank, George Denny, Robert Henry. First located in Paint Lick Cemetery. Second building erected circa 1830 on present site. During Civil War several skirmishes here; membership split. Present building was erected, 1875; church reunited.

(Reverse) Paint Lick Cemetery - In this cemetery are soldiers from Revolutionary and Civil wars. There are eight Revolutionary soldiers, including Thos. Kennedy, John Slavin, John Courtney, Robert Brank, Walter Burnside, William Miller, Humphrey Bates, and John Provine. The last was a charter member of Paint Lick Presbyterian Church, and his is oldest marked grave in cemetery, 1792.
Subjects Cemeteries , Civil War , Presbyterian Church , Revolutionary War
Panther Creek Battle
Marker Number 745
County Daviess
Location 7.5 mi. S. of Owensboro, US 431
Description Sept. 19, 1862, Confederate force occupied Owensboro. USA troops at old Fairground refused demand for surrender. Skirmish followed. Union soldier swam Ohio River to summon help from Indiana Legion. CSA retired to here. Home Guards from Indiana crossed river and attacked next day. CSA retreated with 36 killed, 70 wounded. USA loss, 3 killed and 35 wounded.
Subjects Civil War , Ohio River
Partisan Protected
Marker Number 1365
County Barren
Location Park, Jct. KY 571 & 740
Description Civil War's first Kentucky Federal death, Oct. 10, 1861, 4 miles east. A Union company slipped through graveyard at night to arrest C. B. Hutcherson, a local Southern sympathizer. Ten poorly equipped recruits from CSA camp of Gen. Joseph Lewis, sent to guard him, were attacked, but defeated enemy. Federals fled with one dead, seven wounded. There was no CSA loss.
Subjects Civil War , Union Army
Partisan Rangers
Marker Number 1971
County Hopkins
Location Hanson, City Park, Sunset Rd., KY 260 W.
Description Civil War Confederate irregular troops operated in western Ky. These Partisan Rangers, under Brig. Gen. Adam R. Johnson, fought skirmishes and disrupted Union communications and supply lines. Among Hopkins Countians serving were 2 brothers from Hanson-James Waller, who was killed, and J.S., who later urged reconciliation. Presented by Citizens for Historic Preservation.
Subjects Civil War , Johnson, Adam R.
Perryville Prelude
Marker Number 548
County Jefferson
Location W. of Middletown, US 60, 460
Description Two largest skirmishes of Civil War in Jefferson County occurred here Sept. 27 and 30, 1862. CSA forces, already in control of the State Capital, were threatening Louisville. In first clash the Confederates were driven back to Floyds Fork. Three days later CSA again halted at Union line. Both were preliminary to Battle of Perryville on Oct. 8, 1862.
Subjects Civil War , Perryville, Battle of
Pound Gap
Marker Number 510
County Letcher
Location Jenkins, US 23, 119
Description Route through here discovered by Christopher Gist, April 1, 1751. Brig. Gen. Garfield and 700 Union troops forced 500 CSA men from here Mar. 16, 1862 and burned CSA supplies. On last raid in Kentucky, Morgan's Raiders dislodged Union forces here June 1, 1864 and moved on to Mt. Sterling, Lexington and Cynthiana. They then returned to Virginia.
Subjects Civil War , Garfield, James A. , Morgan's Raiders
Prentice School
Marker Number 542
County Jefferson
Location 525 S. 6th St., Louisville
Description On this site stood the George D. Prentice School, which was one of nineteen in Louisville that were commandeered for use as hospitals during Civil War. Worden Pope, an early Louisville civic and political leader, built his home here ca. 1830. It housed the Kentucky School of Medicine from 1887-1914 and later the Stevens School for Retarded Children.
Subjects Civil War , Hospitals , Schools
Princeton First Baptist Church
Marker Number 2195
County Caldwell
Location 300 West Main St., Princeton
Description First Baptist Church, organized on March 30, 1850, under the leadership of the Rev. James Mansfield and a presbytery from Donaldson, Harmony, and New Bethel Baptist Churches, began with 11 members. The 1st church, built in 1851, stood on Vine Street. It was used by Union troops as a hospital stable for their horses.

(Reverse) A 2nd building was built in 1881 on the SW corner of this site. This church burned in 1893. A 3rd church was built by July 1896. In 1927, Frank Blackburn was hired to supervise the construction of the current sanctuary with the 1st educational annex. In 1959, the church added the present educational wing and chapel.
Subjects Baptist Church , Civil War , Union Army
Quicksand-1864
Marker Number 841
County Breathitt
Location Quicksand, Jct. KY 15 & 1111
Description Part of Co. I, 14th Ky. Inf., USA attacked Confederates camped here, night of April 5, 1864. CSA loss: eight killed or wounded, three prisoners and 24 horses taken. Gen. John Hunt Morgan's CSA men, on tragic last raid into Kentucky, moved by here. After two battles at Mt. Sterling, they met defeat in Cynthiana, June 12, 1864, and retreated to Va. Map other side.
Subjects Civil War , Cynthiana, Battle of , Morgan, John Hunt , Mt. Sterling
Raiders Entered Here
Marker Number