Kentucky Genealogy and History

Welcome to Clay County, KY
History and Genealogy

a part of Genealogy Trails
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Clay County was formed from Madison, Knox, and Floyd Counties.
Created in 1806 and est. in 1807, is the 47th county in order.
Named after Gen. Green Clay (1757-1826); a military leader in the War of 1812.
He was also representative of Kentucky Countyin the Virginia General Assembly.

The County seat is Manchester.

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SURROUNDING COUNTIES

Owsley County (north)
Perry County (northeast)
Leslie County (east)
Bell County (southeast)
Knox County (southwest)
Laurel County (west)
Jackson County (northwest)