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Clay County is the name given to 18 different counties in the United States. A county is a part of a state, like a smaller region or district, often with its own local government.

Many of these counties are named after important historical figures. Most of the Clay Counties in the U.S. are named after Henry Clay, who was a very famous American statesman. He served as a U.S. Senator and Representative from Kentucky in the early 1800s. He was known for his skills in politics and for trying to find compromises on big issues of his time.

Where You Can Find Clay Counties

There are Clay Counties in many different states across the U.S. Each one has its own unique history and communities.


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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Condado de Clay para niños

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