Barton, Alabama facts for kids
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Barton, Alabama
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 Barton, Alabama
Location in Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Colbert |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
35616
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| Area code(s) | 256 |
| GNIS feature ID | 113523 |
Barton, also known as Barton Station or Barton Depot, is a small place in western Colbert County, Alabama, in the United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is an unincorporated community, meaning it's part of the larger county area.
Barton is located about ten miles west of Tuscumbia, which is the main town in Colbert County. It sits just south of the Tennessee River. You can find Barton about four miles southeast of Cherokee if you are traveling on US Route 72.
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What is the History of Barton, Alabama?
Barton started as a stop along the Memphis and Charleston Railroad. This railroad was very important for moving goods and people. The community was first called Barton Depot or Barton Station because of its connection to the train line.
How Did Barton Get Its Name?
Barton was officially founded in 1906. It was named after a businessman from Tuscumbia named Armistead Barton. He was a very important person in the area. Armistead Barton built a famous house called Barton Hall and owned a lot of land nearby.
Barton's Role in the American Civil War
Between December 1862 and October 1863, several small battles happened in Barton. These were part of the American Civil War. Soldiers from the Confederate army tried to stop the Union Army from entering the Tennessee Valley. The Union Army had a strong base in Corinth, Mississippi.
Key Skirmishes in Barton
- December 12, 1862: The 1st Alabama Cavalry Regiment (Union soldiers) fought against Confederate troops.
- April 17, 1863: Union forces, including the 1st Alabama Cavalry and 10th Missouri Volunteer Cavalry, fought Confederate soldiers again.
- October 20, 1863: More Union troops, like the 3d Cavalry Regiment and 5th Ohio Cavalry, battled Confederate forces.
- October 25, 1863: Union soldiers from the 13th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment and 76th Ohio Infantry had another fight with Confederate troops.
When Did Barton Have a Post Office?
Barton had its own post office for many years. It was open from 1859 until 1972. This means people in Barton could send and receive mail right in their community for over a century.
Who is a Famous Person from Barton?
- Cecil Dowdy was a professional football player. He grew up in Barton.
