Stephen G. Burbridge
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Stephen Gano Burbridge, also known as "Butcher" Burbridge or the "Butcher of Kentucky", was a controversial Union general during the American Civil War. In June 1864 he was given command over the Commonwealth of Kentucky, where guerrillas had carried out attacks against Unionists. He imposed martial law and was criticized for punitive actions against persons accused of being guerrillas.
Major General Stephen G. Burbridge
Image of the Confederate Martyrs Monument in Jeffersontown, Kentucky, for the four Confederate soldiers executed by Burbridge
Confederate Soldiers Martyrs Monument in Eminence of Eminence, Kentucky, for the three Confederate soldiers executed by order of General Burbridge
General Stephen G. Burbridge photo taken between 1860 and 1865
Georgetown, Kentucky
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Georgetown is a home rule-class city in Scott County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 37,086 at the 2020 census. It is the 6th-largest city by population in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It is the seat of its county. It was originally called Lebanon when founded by Rev. Elijah Craig and was renamed in 1790 in honor of President George Washington. Historically, settlers were drawn to Georgetown for its Royal Spring.
Georgetown, Kentucky
Ward Hall, a Greek Revival landmark
The best selling car in the United States, the Toyota Camry, is manufactured in Georgetown
Giddings Hall on campus of Georgetown College.