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December 20, 1864, Confederates burned the Hartford Courthouse in Ohio County. CSA General Lyon also captured the city’s garrison. Dr. Samuel O, Peyton helped save the county records by pleading to the intruders. Roadside History: A Guide to Kentucky Highway Markers edited by Melba Porter Hay, Dianne Wells,Thomas H. Appleton, Jr., Thomas H. Appleton; pg: 10
December 20, 1865, Russellville native David Shelby Walker became the 8th Florida governor.
December 20, 1956, the Kentucky Exposition Center held their dedication ceremony.
December 20, 2001, Louisville native Foster Brooks passed away.