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Franklin County History

Franklin County was named for Benjamin Franklin: the exact reason remaining somewhat of a mystery. At one time much of the south end of the county was owned by LeRay de Chaumont, son of a French count, who greatly admired Franklin. In addition, a great number of the first settlers came from counties named Franklin in Vermont and Massachusetts.

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  • Population: 51,134
  • Year Organized: 1808
  • Area: 1632 Square Miles

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Census Information

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Franklin County Website

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Last modified: June 04, 2008
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