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History of Cumberland County KentuckySelect a City, Town, Village or Township: No Data Yet -- Coming Soon! Our database does not include an historic photo for Cumberland County Kentucky, do you have one you would like to contribute? Contact Us! 15% - 35% off all Products ยป The Ready Store Biographies:Biographical Sketch of Thomas E. Bramlette Thomas E. Bramlette, governor of Kentucky, was born in Cumberland county, Ky., Jan. 3, 1817. He received his education in the county schools, was admitted to the bar in 1837, became state's attorney in 1848, and district judge in 1856. This latter office he resigned in 1861, and raising the 3d Kentucky infantry, be entered the Union army as colonel of volunteers, resigning his commission in 1863, having been elected governor of the state. He remained in office until 1867. He then resumed the practice of his profession at Louisville, Ky., where he died Jan. 12, 1875. Local History and Genealogy Links: |
Kentucky Facts: Cumberland County Facts: Seat: BurkesvilleEstablished: 1796 Formed from: Green
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