Historical Marker

Defeated Camp

2 mi. S of London, Levi Jackson State Park · London · Laurel

Kentucky marker

Inscription

Here in 1786 pioneers encamped for the night were attacked by Indians and nearly all were slain or captured.

For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Wilderness Road Inn

Location

Address2 mi. S of London, Levi Jackson State Park
CityLondon
CountyLaurel
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.083747, -84.053359

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