The Blockhouse / Martin's Raid

The Blockhouse / Martin's Raid (HM2IWY)

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N 38° 12.651', W 85° 12.952'

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The Blockhouse


Built in 1858 by townspeople for civil defense against guerrillas. Located in middle of intersection. Measured 12 by 18 feet with loopholes on all sides. Manned by townsmen when alarm sounded. Several encounters with gangs attempting to raid town. Torn down in 1870 when civil law and order were assured, and marauders had been dispersed.

Martin's Raid


In August 1864 Capt. David (Black Dave) Martin and gang attempted raid on courthouse to secure guns stored there. Thomas C. McGrath, merchant, J. H. Masonheimer, tailor, and others defended town against raiders. Three guerrillas were killed, and McGrath wounded. Mission failed. Martin died in 1896 and was buried in Grove Hill cemetery.
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HM NumberHM2IWY
Series This marker is part of the Kentucky: Kentucky Historical Society series
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Year Placed1967
Placed ByKentucky Historical Society, Kentucky Department of Highways
Marker ConditionNo reports yet
Date Added Thursday, July 18th, 2019 at 11:01pm PDT -07:00
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UTM (WGS84 Datum)16S E 656198 N 4230714
Decimal Degrees38.21085000, -85.21586667
Degrees and Decimal MinutesN 38° 12.651', W 85° 12.952'
Degrees, Minutes and Seconds38° 12' 39.06" N, 85° 12' 57.12" W
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