Frankfort Map

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This file appears in: Frankfort Chosen as Capital

This map vividly shows the "S" curve of the Kentucky River around which Frankfort developed. Courtesy of the University of Kentucky.

This file appears in: Frankfort Chosen as Capital

Frankfort Chosen as Capital

By Tim Talbott

Historical Marker #1774 in Frankfort notes how that city became the seat of Kentucky's government. Frankfort's history pre-dates its role as the state's capitol. Located in an "S" curve of the Kentucky River, part of the…