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459 Maysville Road, Carlisle, KY
MAJOR JOHN MILLER - In 1778 Major John Miller led a company of 14 men, known as the “Miller Company,” from Carlisle, PA to Kentucky. After multiple trips to and from the state, Miller & his family settled on their land in 1798, resulting in the founding of Millersburg. He served with distinction in the Revolutionary War. Presented by the Miller Family and Friends.
MILLERSBURG, KENTUCKY - Major Miller surveyed 100 acres of land, given to him by the Governor of Virginia as an inducement to settle in Kentucky. Miller plotted them into town lots, which were incorporated as the town of Millersburg. It was on a highway of immigration into KY from the East, resulting in Millersburg growing in size and importance. Presented by the Miller Family and Friends.
Dedicated June 23, 2021.