Historical Marker

Bitter Antagonism

During the Civil War animosity between Union and Confederate sympathizers in Breathitt County led to deaths of 20 citizens and 44 CSA and USA men discharged or on furlough. They were killed in personal fights, ambushes, or by murders at their homes. CSA scout, Jesse Spencer, murdered and home wrecked by Bill Strong's Raiders, Jan. 1863. Spencer buried on hill.

Originally erected in May 1964. Knocked down twice, repaired twice. Not replaced after being broken in 1966.