Hamilton County
Created February 2, 1842 from Montgomery and Houston counties; recreated January 22, 1858, organized August 2, 1858. Named in honor of General James Hamilton, 1786-1857. Lawyer and Governor of South Carolina; appointed diplomatic agent to Europe by President Lamar. Hamilton, the county seat.
31.7209° N, 98.1191° W
Where to Find It
US 281 north side of Hamilton, west side of road north of W. Little St.
Nearby Markers
- 0.7 mi S William Thatcher Baker
- 0.7 mi S Ann Whitney Hamilton
- 0.7 mi S Frederick B. Gentry Hamilton
- 0.8 mi S Ann Whitney Hamilton
- 0.8 mi S John J. ("Jack") Durham Hamilton
- 0.9 mi S Presbyterian Church Hamilton