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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1ZZD_korean-war-memorial-a-war-memorial_Jackson-KY.html
Korean War 25 June 1950 - 27 May 1953In honor of all Breathitt Countians who served in the Korean War era and especially those whose names are inscribed hereon who gave their lives to contain Communism and to preserve individual freedom in that wa…
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World War I April 6, 1917- November 11, 1918 Dedicated to all Breathitt Countians who served "over there" in the "war to end all wars". To all those who supported the war effort in any fashion and in memory of the following who…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1EJ0_bloody-breathitt_Jackson-KY.html
The courthouse that stood here, 1899-1963, was a landmark of Kentucky's "feudin' 'n' fightin'." Stemming from Civil War, feuds and political disagreements, unnumbered slayings, ambushes, and assassinations occurred between 1870-1920. In 11 months,…
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During World War I, this county attained national prominence by filling its quota of service men by volunteers. No men had to be drafted from Breathitt, the only county in U.S. with his record. During war 3,912 men registered, 405 volunteered, 324…
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Formed from parts of Estill, Clay, Perry Counties, 1839. Named for Gov. John Breathitt, who died in office, 1834. Breathitt born in Va. 1786. Family came to Logan County, Ky. 1800. Representative Ky. Legis. 3 terms, Lt. Gov. 1828, Gov. 1832-34. Co…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1EIT_broken-column_Jackson-KY.html
In ancient days a stately column or pillar was used to honor those persons of nobility and dignity who contributed much to the community or state. A broken column was used to honor those who died or were struck down and cut off in the vigor of lif…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1EIS_willie-sandlin_Jackson-KY.html
Kentuckys only medal of honor winner in World War I. Born at the head of Freeman fork of Longs Creek, Breathitt County, KY. Jan. 1. 1890. Single handedly destroyed three German machine gun nests. Killed 24 enemy soldiers near Bois De Froges France…