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Kentucky Town

Whitewright, Grayson County

Marker Text

When first settled in 1830s was known as Annaliza. Renamed by Kentucky emigrants in 1858. Unique layout gave town protection against Indian attacks. On freight and stage routes. "Sacred Harp," a robust frontier gospel style of singing and composition, began here. During Civil War was Quantrill gang rendezvous.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description SH 11 at Kentucky Town Rd., about 3 mi. west of Whitewright
Marker # 7389
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type 24" x 18"
Code cities and towns
Latitude, Longitude 33.519463, -96.438455

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