Historical Marker

The Spy Who Saved the Union

Home of Felix Grundy Stidger, Union Spy, born Aug. 5, 1836. Foiled plot by Knights of Golden Circle to fire bomb northern cities, free Confederate prisoners, & turn the tide of the Civil War. His testimony resulted in the convictions of many “Copperheads.” A hunted man, he left Louisville for Chicago, where he is buried. Sponsored by Felix Grundy Stidger Historic Preservation Fund

Dedicated June 12, 2019.