County Named, 1821
For Capt. Paschal Hickman who was massacred by Indians after River Raisin battle, Jan., 1813, one of nine Ky. officers killed in that action for whom counties named. Resided Franklin County, extensive landowner. Originally, Hickman comprised the Jackson Purchase in Ky. Later eight counties have been formed within initial area. First county seat was Columbus.
Marker is at the intersection of Washington Street (U.S. 51) and Clay Street (State Highway 58), on the right when traveling south on Washington Street.
Courtesy hmdb.org
