Kenton Ambushes Indians
KY 8 & Foster Rd., Foster, KY
Map
Coordinates:
+38.80360, -84.2171938°48'13" N, 84°13'02" W
Quadrangle map:Moscow
Description
"In summer of 1793 Indians crossed Ohio River, hid canoes at mouth of Holt's Creek, site of Foster, and proceeded to Bourbon Co. to steal horses. Simon Kenton secured a small group to ambush them on their return. After lying concealed for four days, Kenton's men were successful; they killed six of the enemy, scattered the others, and retrieved the horses."
Update Log
- April 23, 2011: Added by Bill Eichelberger