Hamilton (Ky.)

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Hamilton (Ky.)

Alternate name

Hamilton Landing (Ky.)
Hamilton's Landing (Ky.)
Landing (Ky.)

Description

Though no longer in existence, Hamilton was once the largest town in the Big Bone area. Established in 1835, the town was originally named 'Landing.' The plat was laid out by Joel Hamilton and George McGlasson.
The town was eventually renamed 'Hamilton' in honor of Joel Hamilton.

Has beginning

1835

Identifier

USGS GNIS Feature ID: 508167

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Hamilton School Building (Hamilton, Ky.) Political division Location
Huff House (Hamilton, Ky.) Political division Location
Place of Death
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Wilson, Kate Place of death Person
Associated Locale
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Anderson, William W. Resided in Person