Cordell, Kentucky Explained

Cordell is an unincorporated community in Lawrence County, Kentucky, in the United States.

History

A post office was established at Cordell in 1898, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1975.^[1] The community was named in honor of the Cordell family of settlers.^[2]

Notable people

Country singer Ricky Skaggs was born in Cordell.^[3]

References

38.0056°N -82.7931°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: Kentucky County . Jim Forte Postal History . 28 September 2014.
2. Book: Rennick, Robert M.. Kentucky Place Names. 28 August 2013. University Press of Kentucky. 978-0-8131-4401-6. 142.
3. Book: Inc., Active Interest Media. American Cowboy. May 2000. Active Interest Media, Inc.. 32–. 1079-3690.