1440 Fayette County

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Marker reads, One of three original counties formed when Kentucky Co., Va., was divided by Va. act in 1780. Included area north and east of KY. River, 37 present-day counties and parts of 7 others. Reduced to its present boundaries 1799. Named for Marquis de Lafayette, French champion of liberty, who came to America in 1777 to assist with our war for independence.