Morgan

3 historical markers in Kentucky

CSA Gens. Morgan USA

West Liberty, KY

General George W. Morgan's 9,000 USA force, cut off from supplies at Cumberland Gap, retreated 200 mi. in 16 days to Greenup on Ohio River.

Founding of Morgan County

West Liberty, KY

Edmund Wells (1777-1846) settled here (then Floyd Co.) about 1814, operating a mill, ferry, and tavern.

West Liberty--Civil War

West Liberty, KY

The first important engagement in eastern Kentucky occurred here on Oct. 23, 1861.

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