The history of Hardin County is defined by such notable figures as John Hardin; the Revolutionary War colonel for whom the area is named; and Abraham Lincoln; who was born here in 1809. Today tourists and residents can visit historic sites that commemorate these individuals and those lesser-known; such as John Y. Hill; who built the stately home that is now the Brown-Pusey House; a museum and library. In Images of America: Hardin County; vintage photographs depict the past of the county seat; Elizabethtown; and also that of the smaller towns of Colesburg; Glendale; Hardin Springs; and White Mills. Thecommunities of Stithton and Grahamton are pictured as theywere before being replaced by the Fort Knox Bullion Depository and military post. Featuring images from the Brown-Pusey House and the community; this volume takes readers down Dixie Highway to appreciate the historic towns and natural beauty of Hardin County.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A witty little bookBy James ReichardtThis witty and spirited collection of historical vignettes captures the flavor of a bustling. ambitious Illinois town with a fabled past and hopeful future. The authors bring to life the vital characters of Peorias past in a way that makes the reader feel that Peoria is his home town. even if it isnt. From the lovable scoundrels to the foremost thinkers and shapers of American life who shared a piece of Peorias past. the authors paint a vivid picture of Americas most famous big small town.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. ... get this for my husband he read it adn lovedBy Customeri live in peoria so i had to get this for my husband he read it adn loved it3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. It didnt play in PeoriaBy Ed RohrThis is a very good read for anyone interested in Peoria. Illinois. I especially enjoyed the photogaphs and the often shady history of the town. With great wit and brevity the authors give a nod to both the famous and the infamous with equal measure.
