THIS JULY, LET’S GO BACK TO OUR ROOTS – HOW MEADE COUNTY CAME TO BE
It’s July! This means that the independence of the United States of America is all people are going to talk about. At the same time, it has to be said that our history has had its ups and downs, and there have been a lot of problems as of late.
However, that doesn’t mean that we can’t look back on our history and see how we got here. As such, we thought it best to talk about Meade County’s history. How did it come to be? Let’s check it out.
How did it all start?
Meade County is named after a Civil War Union general named James M. Meade. He was killed in action at the Battle of River Raisin during the War of 1812. Meade saw active service throughout the 1800s as a member of the US Infantry and fought in the Battle of Tippecanoe in 1811.
The Battle of River Raisin was fought near modern-day Michigan, and it was a disaster for Meade’s regiment. Historians have noted that Meade was at the forefront of the battle in a very exposed position and was heavily wounded while leading a charge. His wounds eventually killed him. Due to his bravery in battle, Meade County was formed and named after him.
Meade County today
Today, Meade County covers nearly 325 square miles, mostly comprised of land. The seat is at Brandenburg, where the local government meets, and the Meade County Courthouse resides. There are many local businesses opening every day and various community organizations and clubs that seek to help people out.
There is a lot of history and heritage within Meade County. Fort Knox is perhaps the most notable since this is where the gold from the treasury is stored. Apart from that, the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park is also located close by.
There is lots to do in terms of recreation as well. There are many local sports teams that regularly compete in various sports. Meade County is also a hub for recreational boating and fishing due to the Ohio River and Doe Valley Lake. Whatever the future has in store for the United States, it is apparent that Meade County’s tourism has enormous potential.
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