(Printed verso reads: "Christian County Courthouse. This building was completed in 1869 with a new addition completed in 1955. Christian County, Kentucky, was named for Colonel William Christian, pioneer settler of Kentucky. He was a farmer, soldier and statesman. He was brother-in-law of Patrick Henry. Served as company commander under Braddock. Member of general State Convention of Virginia, 1775-6. He was killed in an indian skirmish April, 1786. Christian County was established Dec. 13, 1796 and Hopkinsville, 544 feet above sea level, was incorporated in 1804.")
Creator
- unknown.
Language
- English
Collection
- Postcard Collection, | collection guide | more from this collection
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Publisher
- University of Kentucky
Format
Identifier
- 2008ms016
