First Explored
Inscription
In 1754 James McBride canoed down the Ohio to the mouth of this river-now Kentucky. Here, as first explorer, he carved his initials and the date on tree, a landmark for 30 years. Cited for part in defense of Bryan Station and Battle of Blue Licks, 1782.
Installed July 21, 1964.
Location
Address2nd/Highland Ave, Carrollton
CityCarrollton
CountyCarroll
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.680717, -85.185183
Sources
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