McLean
Charles Hansford
Old Calhoun-Owensboro Rd., KY
A privateer in Virginia's Navy during the American Revolution, Hansford sailed off eastern coast of U.S., West Indies, and Spain.
Corp. James Bethel Gresham Memorial Bridge
KY 81, KY
Erected, 1928, honoring the first American killed in action in World War I on Nov. 3, 1917, at Battle of Sommerviller.
County Named
Calhoun, KY
For Judge Alney McLean, lawyer and politician.
Forrest Reconnoitered
Calhoun, KY
On reconnaissance and search for supplies, late Nov. 1861, CSA Gen. Nathan B. Forrest's cavalry scouted area.
James Bethel Gresham
Beech Grove, KY
First American killed in action, World War I. Born Beech Grove, 1893, moved to Indiana, 1901, and enlisted there, 1914.
LIvermore Bridge
When this structure was built, a unique contribution to history was made.
Rumsey
Founded in 1834. Named for James Rumsey, steam navigation pioneer, at request of his nephew Edward Rumsey, US Congressman from this area,...
Surprise Attack Here
Sacramento, KY
CSA cavalry from Hopkinsville under Colonel Nathan Bedford Forrest surprised Union forces under Major Eli H. Murray December 28, 1861.
Union Camp Site
In July 1864 Co. D, 35th Regt.
William Worthington (1761-1848)
Island, KY
This early settler owned large tract of "Island" territory, cut off during times of high water.