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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CKG_guildhall-square_Londonderry-KY.html
The roaring cannonThe city claims Europe's largest collection of cannon whose precise origins can be traced. These are the earliest surviving cannon. Some were shipped over for Sir Henry Docwra's campaign of 1600-3: others were sent to defend the …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CKF_birthplace-of-earle-b-combs_Beattyville-KY.html
Centerfielder for Yankees, 1924-35, and coach, 1936-43, Combs helped New York win 11 pennants and 9 World Series. Lifetime batting average .325. This Pebworth native (1899-1976) was elected to the Ky. Athletic Hall of Fame in 1963 and to the Baseb…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMX88_county-named-1870_Beattyville-KY.html
For Gen. Robert E. Lee, 1807-70. "?he was fearless among men. As a soldier, he had no superior and few equal." West Point graduate, 1829. Declined command U.S. Army and resigned, 1861. Named military adviser to CSA Pres. Davis, 1861. Commander Arm…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMX86_boones-station_Beattyville-KY.html
Near this spot, Daniel Boone and party camped in 1780-1781. Camp called Boone's Station until Owsley County was organized in 1843, then named Boonesville. Records show that Boone's family owned land here until it moved to Missouri.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMX85_civil-war-actions_Beattyville-KY.html
Retreating to Ohio from Cumberland Gap, part of USA Brig. Gen. Geo. W. Morgan's command passed by here obtaining supplies Sept. 21, 1862.
Force of 40 local citizens drove off 75 Southern partisans guerrillas April 14, 1864.
Col. C. H. Hanso…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMX82_a-masterful-retreat_Beattyville-KY.html
Gen. George W. Morgan's 9000 USA force occupied Cumberland Gap June 18 to Sept. 17, 1862. Cut off from supplies, Morgan began a 200-mile retreat. From Manchester they moved in two columns, both seeking supplies, through here on to Proctor. Retreat…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMX6P_county-named-1843_Beattyville-KY.html
For Judge William Owsley, who was prominent in the Old Court - New Court Controversy, 1823. Born in Virginia, 1782. Came with parents to Lincoln County, 1783. Studied law with Judge John Boyle. State Legilature, two terms. Appointed Court of Appea…