Benton Township, Lucas County, Iowa Explained

Benton Township is a township in Lucas County, Iowa, United States.

History

Benton Township was organized in 1853.[1] It is named for Thomas Hart Benton, a senator from Missouri.[2]

References

40.9472°N -93.2714°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: History of Lucas County, Iowa: Containing a History of the County, Its Cities, Towns, etc. . State Historical Company . 1881 . 437.
  2. Book: History of Lucas County, Iowa: Containing a History of the County, Its Cities, Towns, etc. . State Historical Company . 1881 . 574.