History in Marshall County.
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County history tied to identified archives, museums, or public records.
County formed in 1842 →
Marshall County was formed from Calloway County and named for Chief Justice John Marshall.
Verified August 30, 2026Kentucky Historical Society ↗
Benton's early civic history →
Kentucky's official local profile records Benton's founding and 1845 incorporation.
Verified August 30, 2026Commonwealth of Kentucky ↗
