Kentucky Historical Marker #0526
Lincoln Homestead. The certified marriage bond of Thomas Lincoln to Nancy Hanks, parents of Abraham Lincoln, is on file here in Washington Co. Courthouse. Here also preserved is full account of the wedding. Lincoln Homestead State Park, seven miles north, now marks the site of log house where marriage was performed June 12, 1806 by the Reverend Jesse Head, Methodist pastor. Erected June 23, 1963. For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Lincoln Homestead
Springfield, Courthouse lawn, US 150, KY 55, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0527
A Civil War Action. 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. Dedicated November 24, 1962.
Henderson, Courthouse lawn, Old US 41, KY 54, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0528
Gibraltar of the West. 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. Erected May 25, 1963. For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Columbus, Kentucky
Columbus, Columbus-Belmont State Park, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0529
Morgan-on to Ohio. 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. Erected February 15, 1963.
Main St. at river, Brandenburg, KY 228, Brandenburg, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0530
Bacon Creek Bridge. 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. Erected November 20, 1963.
Bonnieville, US 31-W, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0531
Goose Creek Salt Works. 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. Erected December 5, 1962. For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Goose Creek Salt Works
KY 11, 21/2 mi. S. of Manchester, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0532
Youngland. Home of Bennett H. Young (1843-1919). Member of famed CSA unit, Morgan's Raiders, Lt. B. H. Young led 21 soldiers in raid October 19, 1864 on St. Albans, Vermont, Civil War's northernmost action. Robbed three banks of over $200,000 and attempted to burn town. Captured in Canada, they were released. After war, he became a business and civic leader in Louisville. Erected in 1962.
US 31-W, Shively, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0533
Lion of White Hall. West of here is White Hall, home of Cassius M. Clay (1810-1903). For a half century, Clay was a "firebrand" in American life. Fearless abolitionist, publisher of anti-slavery paper, The True American, captain in the Mexican War, legislator and Minister to Russia. When Ft. Sumter fell, he organized civilian guard for U.S. Capitol until army could protect. Erected April 26, 1963. For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Lion of White Hall
US 25 and White Hall Shrine Rd., Richmond, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0534
Soldier's Retreat. Home of Richard Clough Anderson, Revolutionary hero, built before 1785 half-mile south. Anderson, who served on staff of Lafayette, is buried in cemetery near home, which burned 1842. The birthplace, in 1805, of Robert Anderson who, as commander of Fort Sumter in April, 1861, was first Union hero of Civil War. Commander Dept. of Ky. Sept., 1861. Originally erected in 1962. For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Union General Robert Anderson
US 60, E. of St. Matthews, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0535
The Galt House. A world-famed inn operated here from 1835 until it burned in 1865. Host to notables, such as author Charles Dickens, it was scene of assassination of USA Gen. Wm. Nelson, Sept. 1862, by USA Gen. J. C. Davis. Sherman and Grant met here March 1864, to plan invasion that led to the "March to the Sea." Traditions carried on at new Galt House at lst and Main, 1869-1921. Originally erected in 1962.
Second & Main Sts., Louisville, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0536
Sue Mundy Captured. At age of 17, in 1861, Jerome Clarke, called Sue Mundy, joined Confederate Army. He was with Morgan's Raiders from 1862 until Morgan's death in 1864. He then became notorious as a guerrilla. On March 12, 1865 Union soldiers captured him here with two other leaders of guerrilla bands. Clarke, then only 20, was executed three days later in Louisville. Erected in 1962.
US 60, near Meade Co. line, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0537
"Sue Mundy" Here. 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. Erected in 1962.
US 62, E Main Street, Midway, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0538
A Civil War Defense Line. 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. Erected in 1962. For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: A Civil War Defense Line
Roland Bland Park, Bowling Green, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0539
A General's Prayer. "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. Dedicated October 6, 1962.
Chiles St., St. Philips Epis. Church, Harrodsburg, ,
Kentucky Historical Marker #0540
Jerome Clarke ("Sue Mundy"). 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. Originally erected in 1962. Text revised, marker recast in 1981. Original text: "Sue Mundy" Executed Near here, on old Fairground, "Sue Mundy", M. Jerome Clarke, was hanged on March 15, 1865. A notorious Civil War guerrilla, he was captured three days before in Webster, Ky. with two leaders of other guerrilla bands. Clarke joined the Confederate army on August 25, 1861, his 17th birthday. Member of Morgan's cavalry from 1862 until Morgan's death in 1864.
18th St. & Broadway, Louisville, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0541
Belknap Campus. 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. Erected 1962.
University of Louisville Campus, Louisville, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0542
Prentice School. 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. Originally erected in 1962; text revised, marker recast in 1980. Original text read: This school building and 18 others were commandeered for use as Union hospitals from Nov. 1862 to March 1864. During this period pupils were taught in rented quarters and curch basements. Firve other schools later known as Margaret Merker, Paul Dunbar, George W. Morris, Monsarrat and the School for the Blind, still stood in 1962.
525 S. 6th St., Louisville, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0543
Death of a Morgan. 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. Dedicated in November 1962. For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Death of a Morgan
Lebanon, US 68, Lebanon, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0544
Christmas Mishap. On Dec. 24, 1862, main body of Morgan's Raiders made camp south of here. Capt. Quirk and scouts entered town although USA troops patrolled area. CSA scouts wished to celebrate Christmas Eve, and dismounted at tavern. A patrol of 2nd Michigan Cavalry, USA, rode up with same desire. After skirmish, with slight losses, both parties stampeded without a celebration. Dedicated December 22, 1962.
Courthouse lawn, US 31-E, 68, Glasgow, KY, United States
Kentucky Historical Marker #0545
Civil War Action. 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. Erected in 1962.
US 641, Benton, KY, United States