Marlow, Alabama facts for kids
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Marlow, Alabama
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 Marlow, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Marlow, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Baldwin |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 251 |
| GNIS feature ID | 122291 |
Marlow is a small place in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States. It is an unincorporated community. This means it is a settlement that is not part of an official city or town. Instead, it is governed by the county.
History of Marlow
How Marlow Got Its Name
The community of Marlow was named after a local Methodist church. This church was important to the people living there.
Early Services in Marlow
Marlow had its own post office for many years. It was open from 1887 until 1909. This helped people send and receive mail.
The Marlow Ferry
Marlow was once home to the important Marlow Ferry. A ferry is a boat that carries people and goods across a river. This ferry crossed the Fish River.
The Marlow Ferry was used during big moments in American history.
- During the War of 1812, General Andrew Jackson and his soldiers used the ferry. This war was fought between the United States and Great Britain.
- Later, during the American Civil War, soldiers from the Union Army also used the ferry. The Civil War was a conflict between the northern and southern states of the U.S.
The ferry was also a key spot for trade. Farmers would bring their crops and other goods to the ferry. From there, these items would be sent to Mobile, a larger city nearby.
