Ringgold, Kentucky Explained

Ringgold is an unincorporated community in Pulaski County, in the U.S. state of Kentucky.

History

A post office called Ringgold was established in 1914, and remained in operation until 1934.[1] The community was named in honor of Samuel Ringgold, hero of Battle of Palo Alto in the U.S.-Mexican War.[2]

References

37.1081°N -84.6536°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Pulaski County . Jim Forte Postal History . 24 December 2015.
  2. Book: Rennick, Robert M.. Kentucky Place Names. University Press of Kentucky. 0-8131-2631-2. 251.

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