Matewan in Mingo County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)

Hatfield-McCoy Feud

By TeamOHE, July 23, 2020

1. Hatfield-McCoy Feud Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

With roots extending back years, this famous family feud erupted fully after an 1882 election day brawl in Pike County, Kentucky, between 3 sons of Randolph McCoy and Ellison Hatfield, brother of "Devil Anse.” After Ellison died, the McCoys were tied to bushes and killed. The feud continued for 6 years across the Tug River and brought untold deaths.

Erected 2012 by West Virginia Archives & History.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Events. In addition, it is included in the West Virginia Archives and History series list.

Location. 37° 37.408′ N, 82° 9.947′ W. Marker is in Matewan, West Virginia, in Mingo County. Marker is at the intersection of Warm Hollow Road and Magnolia Avenue (West Virginia Route 49), on the right when traveling north on Warm Hollow Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Matewan WV 25678, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Divided Loyalties (here, next to this marker); Mingo County / State of Kentucky (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sid Hatfield

By TeamOHE, July 23, 2020

2. Hatfield-McCoy Feud Marker

(about 800 feet away); Matewan Area History (about 800 feet away); Matewan and the Railroad (about 800 feet away); M.E. South Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Matewan Massacre (approx. 0.2 miles away); a different marker also named Matewan Massacre (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Matewan.

By TeamOHE, July 23, 2020

3. Hatfield-McCoy Feud Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 21, 2021. It was originally submitted on January 18, 2021, by TeamOHE of Wauseon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 42 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 18, 2021, by TeamOHE of Wauseon, Ohio. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.