Captain Isaac Cunningham, 1778-1842
Inscription
Commanded a company of Kentucky Mounted Volunteer Militia from Clark and Bourbon counties during the War of 1812. Served in state legislature 1816 and 1827. Sheriff & Clark County magistrate. Visitors to his farm included Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, Gov. James Clark, and Hon. Richard Menifee.
[Reverse]
Grave of Capt. Isaac Cunningham- Isaac, and brother Robert, brought
bluegrass seed from Virginia. They were among the first to cultivate bluegrass and use it as a crop in Ky. Also prominent in importing, breeding, and raising shorthorn cattle and thoroughbred horses. Isaac and his wife, Sarah Harness,
are buried near this spot.
Dedicated October 18, 2009.
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