Black plaque № 45653

County Named, 1840. For General Simon Kenton, 1755-1836. Pioneer of area. Born in Virginia. At 16, thinking he had killed a man, fled beyond Alleghenies, becoming companion of Daniel Boone and other early pioneers of Ky. Scout for Governor Dunmore of Va. Returned to Kentucky, 1782. Frequently engage

d in Indian warfare. Fought with Kentucky troops at Battle of Thames. Kenton Co. formed out of Campbell. — Independence, Courthouse lawn, KY 17

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