French Eversole Feud
The French-Eversole feud occurred primarily from 1887-1894. The events occur in the mountains of southeastern Kentucky and are mainly situated in Hazard, Perry County. The two instigators of this feud were Joseph C. Eversole and Benjamin Fulton French, both were merchants and lawyers, whom at one time were friendly. Estimates attribute anywhere from 40 to 70 deaths to this feud over its many years.
Read more about French Eversole Feud: Before The Feud, Cause of The Feud, The Assassinations, Battle of Hazard, The End
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