Springfield in Washington County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Felix Grundy (1777 - 1840)
Photographed By Tom Bosse, October 13, 2016
1. Felix Grundy (1777 - 1840) Marker
Grundy gained prominence in Ky. as a celebrated criminal lawyer and political leader. He practiced law on Main St., Springfield, took part in 2nd Constitutional Conv., served Washington County in legislature (1800-02); Nelson Co. (18004-06). Became judge to Court of Appeals, then Chief Justice of Ky., 1807. In U.S. Senate 1829-38; 1839-40; was U.S. Attorney General, 1838-39.Erected 1977 by Kentucky Historical Society & Kentucky Department of Transportation. (Marker Number 1618.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1777.
Location. 37° 41.1′ N, 85° 13.283′ W. Marker is in Springfield, Kentucky, in Washington County. Marker is on East Main Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Springfield KY 40069, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. In Honor of Louis Sansbury (a few steps from this marker); You are in The Holy Land! (within shouting distance of this marker); Lincoln - Hanks (within shouting distance of this marker); War Memorial
Photographed By Tom Bosse, October 13, 2016
2. Felix Grundy (1777 - 1840) Marker
Marker on far right.
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Photographed By Tom Bosse
3. Felix Grundy
Credits. This page was last revised on November 5, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 8, 2016, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 214 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 8, 2016, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
