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Marion (Ky.)
The county seat of Crittenden County, the town was named for Revolutionary War General Francis Marion.
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Louisa (Ky.)
The county seat of Lawrence County, the origins of its name are unclear.
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Frankfort (Ky.)
The capital of Kentucky, Frankfort was named for a local river crossing known as Frank's Ford.
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Fort Mitchell (Ky.)
Fort Mitchell originated as a Civil War fortification, part of the defense of Cincinnati. It was named for the Cincinnati College professor who designed it, General Ormsby M. Mitchel
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Columbus (Ky.)
Located in the far western corner of the state, the town is located less than a mile from the Mississippi River. Originally called Iron Banks, the town was renamed Columbus in 1820, in honor of explorer Chirstopher Columbus.
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Bowling Green (Ky.)
The county seat of Warren County, the town served as the Confederate capital of Kentucky during the Civil War. It is known as the home of Western Kentucky University, as well as the place where all Chevrolet Corvettes are made.
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unknown, Harry [19]
Just after the New Year, 1817, 22-yr-old Harry took his leave from Madison County enslaver John Duncan. He was described as 5'9" tall and stout, with rouond features. Harry was a very fast talker as well. Up to $50 was offered for his return.
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unknown, Lorry
18-yr-old freedom seeker Lorry disappeared from Madison County enslaver Hiram Biggerstaff just after Christmas, 1809. There was an assumption that she was "stolen" and may be disguised as a man. She was described as tall and slim, with pierced ears and "very neat made." She was well dressed and "thinks herself much of a lady." $50 reward was offered for her return.
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unknown, male [84]
An unnamed 21-yr-old man, held by slaveholderGreen Clay of Madison Co., escaped on Dec 15, 1826. He had an injured ankle that was "put out of place" causing him to limp. The man was also skilled in making "coarse shoes." A reward of up to $50 was offered for his return.
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unknown, Pompey [2]
Pompey, described as about 24-yrs-old, six feet tall with dark, smooth skin, escaped Madison Co. slaveholder Thomas Grubbs on the 20th of April, 1816. a reward of up to $50 was offered for his return
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unknown, Felp
Felp, a freedom seeker who was about 30-35 yrs old, escaped Madison Co enslaver James Collins on July 14, 1819. He was described as a "first rate workman" who was a skilole currier and tanner. Felp, who was able to read and write, was brought to Kentucky from Madison County VA in 1817. A reward of $200 was offered for his return.
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unknown, George [62]
In 1827, large reward was offered for the escape of a group of freedom seekers who had escaped from four Madison County enslavers; it is not clear which freedom seekers were claimed by which enslaver. Among them was a second man named George, who was about 20-yrs-old, 5'10" tall, 165 lbs and who had high cheek bones .
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unknown, Hannah [23]
In 1827, large reward was offered for the escape of a group of freedom seekers who had escaped from four Madison County enslavers; it is not clear which freedom seekers were claimed by which enslaver. Among them was Hannah, Ben's wife, who was described as a "bright mulatto" of the "usual size" for a 24-yr-old. At the time of the escape, Hannah was pregnant.
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unknown, female [115]
In 1827, large reward was offered for the escape of a group of freedom seekers who had escaped from four Madison County enslavers; it is not clear which freedom seekers were claimed by which enslaver. The unnamed twin infant children of Milly, a boy and a girl, were also among the group. The twins were three months old at the time of the escape.
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unknown, male [83]
In 1827, large reward was offered for the escape of a group of freedom seekers who had escaped from four Madison County enslavers; it is not clear which freedom seekers were claimed by which enslaver. The unnamed twin infant children of Milly, a boy and a girl, were also among the group. The twins were three months old at the time of the escape.
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unknown, Milly [22]
In 1827, large reward was offered for the escape of a group of freedom seekers who had escaped from four Madison County enslavers; it is not clear which freedom seekers were claimed by which enslaver. Among them was Milly, a 25-yr-old woman described as a "bright mulatto." Milly's husband, George and her three month old twin boy and girl were also in the group.
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unknown, Ben [29]
In 1827, large reward was offered for the escape of a group of freedom seekers who had escaped from four Madison County enslavers; it is not clear which freedom seekers were claimed by which enslaver. Among them was 28-yr-old Ben who was described as about 5'8" tall with a dark complexion. Ben's pregnant wife, Hannah was also in the group.
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unknown, George [61]
In 1827, large reward was offered for the escape of a group of freedom seekers who had escaped from four Madison County enslavers; it is not clear which freedom seekers were claimed by which enslaver. Among them was George, a 28 yr old man who stood about 5'7". George's wife Milly and her three-month-old twins, a boy and a girl, were also in the group.
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unknown, Squire [8]
Freedom seeker Squire escaped from Madison County enslaver Green Clay on Sept 22, 1827. Green Clay was the cousin of Henry Clay and father of emancipationist Cassius Clay. Squire was about 30 yrs old when he escaped and Clay offered a $50 reward for his return. He was described as about six feet tall, with a scar that ran from his mouth back towards his ear. He also was missing a part of his ear, lost in a fight. Squire was listed in Clay's will, along with several other enslaved people who were to be sold out of the state, never to return.
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unknown, Jerry [13]
In late January, 1808, Madison County enslaver Humphrey Jones realized that 23-yr-old Jerry had escaped him. He placed an ad offering a $50 reward for Jerry's return. Jerry was described as about 5'10" tall with a scar on the back of one thigh. He was wearing leather breaches and an yellow hunting shirt when he escaped.
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Randolph County (W. Va.)
Located in east-central West Virginia, the county was named for Founding Father Edmund Jennings Randolph, the seventh govermor of Virginia. The county seat is Elkins.
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Halifax County (Va.)
Located in the middle of the southern border shared with North Carolina, the county was named for George Montagu-Dunk, the second earl of Halifax. The county seat is also called Halifax.
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Tarrant County (Tex.)
Located in the northeastern area of Texas, the county was named for Edward H. Tarrant, a general in the Republic of Texas militia. The county seat is Fort Worth.
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Caldwell County (N.C.)
Located in western North Carolina, the county was formed from Burke and Wilkes Counties. It was named in honor of Joseph Caldwell (1773-1835), first President of the University of North Carolina. The county seat is Lenoir.
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Macon County (Mo.)
Located in the northeast area of Missouri, the county was named for Revolutionary War hero Nathaniel Macon. The county seat is also named Macon.