Tag: Franklin County

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BIOGRAPHY: Elder John Leigh Townes born November 15, 1774

This biography is an excerpt from FIRST FAMILIES OF LAWRENCE COUNTY, ALABAMA VOLUME I ELDER JOHN LEIGH TOWNES BIOGRAPHY and GENEALOGY (1774-1846) Madison, Franklin,…

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Vice President Aaron Burr hid in Dismals Canyon in Franklin County, Alabama after killing political rival Alexander Hamilton [pictures]

Dismals Canyon is located in the town of Phil Campbell in the northwestern part of Franklin County, Alabama. Several outlaws have allegedly hidden in the…

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PATRON + Have you seen the glowworms at Dismals Canyon in Phil Campbell, Alabama? Spring is the best time (SEE FILMS)

Dismals Canyon in Phil Campbell, Franklin County, Alabama holds much history as well as much naturally pristine beauty. From being a hideout for outlaws…