Kentucky Historical Markers

Kentuckian Jack Jouett made a heroic ride to warn Thomas Jefferson that the British were coming. This earned him the moniker of "The Paul Revere of the South". https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/469 kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

The story of Kentucky's own Rebecca Ruth candy. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/882 https://rebeccaruthonline.com/ 2@kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

The first successful abdominal surgery was performed in 1809 in Danville, Ky. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/118 kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

William Holmes McGuffey, author of the famous McGuffey reader taught elementary school in Paris, Ky. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/448 kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

We look at the life of Henry Clay. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/120 https://henryclay.org/ kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

We look at the birthplace of the most famous Kentuckian in history! https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/933 https://www.nps.gov/abli/index.htm Email me: kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Kentuckian Robert Anderson was a prominent figure at the start of the Civil War as well as the close. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/16 kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Brig. General John T. Thompson, born in Newport, Ky, invented one of the most iconic weapons of the 20th Century ... The Tommy Gun. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/540 Email me with questions, comments, etc. kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Kentucky became the only U.S. state to have a governor assassinated when William Goebel was shot in January 1900. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/353 Please contact me at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

George Washington owned about 5000 acres of the Bluegrass State, but unfortunately never got the chance to see it. Contact me at: kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

A lot of interesting history wrapped up in a little log cabin in Jefferson county. https://www.littleloomhouse.org/ A short video about the Little Loomhouse: https://youtu.be/vjKfl-kbF3c?si=BRO9bDcXFLPh5a-u Marker information: https://history.ky.gov/markers/the-little-loomhouse Contact me at : kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Did you know that Jim Bowie, of knife fame and Alamo fighter, was born in Kentucky? https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/741 https://history.ky.gov/ To take virtual tours of the Kentucky Historical Society museums go to their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/watch/224569461214/592583431599717 Contact me at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Who was Sue Mundy? A man? A woman? We talk about this fascinating story on this episode. https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=83303 https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/28 https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/754 Contact me at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

A brief history of the state arsenal and now Kentucky Military History Museum. For more information check out these links: https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/225 https://history.ky.gov/visit/kentucky-military-history-museum Contact me at : kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Mary Todd Lincoln spent a lot of time at the family summer home in Franklin County. The home was called Buena Vista. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/955 Contact me at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

The Battle of Blue Licks in Kentucky was one of the last battles fought in the American Revolution. https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/590 https://www.kentuckytourism.com/carlisle/natural-attractions/nature-wildlife/blue-licks-battlefield-state-resort-park Contact me at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Kenton County was named for the remarkable pioneer and early Kentucky settler, Simon Kenton. For more information visit : https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/348 Please send any questions or comments to : kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

The parents of General U.S. Grant, 18th president, lived in Covington, Ky for many years. For more information please visit https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/351 I would love to hear from you guys at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Country music stars left Nashville and drove to Franklin, Ky to get married because Kentucky law allowed a wedding to take place the same day as the marriage license was issued. I would love to hear any questions or comments you may have. Just send them to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Did you know that one of the biggest and earliest revivals of The Second Great Awakening occurred in Paris, Ky? For more information visit https://explorekyhistory.ky.gov/items/show/428?tour=29&index=2 and https://caneridge.org/ Please feel free to email me with any comments or questions at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Did you know, that the famous western scout and soldier, Kit Carson, was born in Richmond, KY? If you enjoyed this episode, I would love to hear your feedback. Email me at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Ward Hall, built in the 1850's is a classic example of Greek Revival architecture. Some have called it the "Biltmore of Kentucky". For more information on Ward Hall, check out www.wardhall.net All questions and comments are welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

The Trail of Tears was a tragic event in U.S. history. The govt. forced several native American tribes from their land to territory west of the Mississippi, including the Cherokee, who were marched through part of Kentucky. You can read the Treaty of New Echota at the following: https://cherokeeregistry.com/treaty-of-new-echota-1835/ I love hearing from you fine folks! Please send any comments or...

The story of Kentucky born Carry A. Nation, who was known for busting up saloons with a hatchet. If you or a loved one struggles with alcohol addiction, please visit www.aa.org Please send any questions or comments to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Francis Gary Powers was a Kentucky born pilot of the U2 spy plane. He was shot down by the Soviet Union in 1960 and suddenly became the most famous pilot in the world. Questions and comments may be sent to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com