Episode 11 Shelby County, 1792
In this episode we look at Shelby County and the man it was named after. Comments and questions about this episode or any other are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com
6 Feb 20238min
Episode 10 Bowman Field
Bowman Field in Louisville is our topic today. We talk about 2 historic markers dedicated to the oldest continually operating air field in North America! Any questions or comments are always welcome ...
26 Jan 20236min
Episode 9 Battle of Perryville
Kentucky's biggest Civil War battle occurred at Perryville, in Boyle county. We look at 2 historical markers about the battle. You may contact me with questions or comments at kyhistoricalmarkers@yah...
19 Jan 202310min
Episode 8 The Gold Vault
The U.S. Bullion Depository is located at the Fort Knox Army post. In this episode, we talk about historical marker # 1857, all about the famous gold vault. Please send any questions or comments to ...
13 Jan 20234min
Episode 7 Lincoln County
Was Lincoln county Kentucky named for our 16th president? Seems reasonable, but hold on a minute. It was named before Abe Lincoln was born. Listen to find out who it was really named after! Please ...
5 Jan 20234min
Episode 6 The Earp Family
Virgil Earp, older brother of Wyatt Earp was born in Ohio county in Kentucky. Listen for a brief discussion of the Earp's Kentucky connection as we look at marker #2612. Any questions or comments are...
29 Des 20225min
Episode 5 Iwo Jima Hero
Did you know that one of the six marines that were captured by an AP photographer, raising the flag on Mt. Suribachi, was a Kentucky native. Listen for more information about this World War II hero. ...
24 Des 20225min
Episode 4 Daniel Boone's Grave
We tackle two markers, #113 and #576 about the great pioneer, Daniel Boone. Both of these markers are located at the Frankfort Cemetery and mark the burial site of Daniel & Rebecca Boone ... or does ...
24 Des 20227min
