From Wilderness to Commonwealth 1750 - 1792: Kentucky's Early Story through Today's Historic Sites Paperback – September 27, 2024

“The Bluegrass State came to life ... 232 years ago thanks to the hard work, dedication, determination, and perseverance of some fascinating men - who were supported by fierce, strong women - that should never be forgotten.”In her debut book, Medina Dean - founder of Kentucky Historic Travels - delves into Kentucky’s road to statehood through historic sites she has visited and by focusing on the influential men and women who “made Kentucky.”From Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site (From Wilderness) to Constitution Square Historic Site (to Commonwealth) and the places in between, Medina shares Kentucky’s history in the same story-telling manner her readers have come to know and love from her history blog.Come along and explore a deeper history of famous Kentuckians and historic sites such as:General George Rogers Clark - Locust Grove National Historic Landmark,Colonel James Harrod - Old Ft. Harrod State Park,Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Boone - Ft. Boonesborough State Park,and lesser-known - but equally important - pioneers and Revolutionary War Patriots:Lieutenant Colonel William Whitley - William Whitley House State Historic Site,Brigadier General Simon Kenton - Old Washington Pioneer Village,Colonel John Floyd - Floyd’s Station Spring House, and many more!Learn of the places that share Kentucky’s early story, where you can walk in the footsteps of the brave, the strong, the fierce, and the determined settlers of Kentucky. Read more