Col. Frank L. Wolford
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A foremost champion of the Union, a staunch friend of the stricken South, defender of constitutional freedom. Born Columbia 1817, died 1895 and buried in city cemetery. Veteran Mexican War, leader famed First Kentucky Union Cavalry, hero of many battles, eight times wounded. Bold warrior, chivalrous foe. Renowned lawyer and orator. Member Legislature and Congress.
Dedicated July 4, 1963.
For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Union Colonel Frank Wolford
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