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County: Pike

Site of Killing of Asa Harmon McCoy

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2068

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Entrance to Blackberry School, near Ransom

Asa Harmon McCoy, a Union soldier, was shot in 1865 by the Logan Wildcats. The Wildcats were led by Confederate "Devil Anse" Hatfield. Jim Vance was the suspected leader in the murder, although there was never a conviction. This was the first incident between the two families. Presented by Pikeville-Pike County Tourism.

Dedicated June 10, 2001.

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