Putnam County facts for kids
Putnam County is a name used for nine different areas in the United States of America. Each of these places is named after a brave military hero called Israel Putnam.
Here are the nine counties that share this name:
- Putnam County, Florida
- Putnam County, Georgia
- Putnam County, Illinois
- Putnam County, Indiana
- Putnam County, Missouri
- Putnam County, New York
- Putnam County, Ohio
- Putnam County, Tennessee
- Putnam County, West Virginia
Who Was Israel Putnam?
Israel Putnam was an important figure in American history. He was born in 1718 in Danvers, Massachusetts. Putnam was a farmer and soldier who became a general during the American Revolutionary War. He was known for his courage and leadership.
One famous story about Israel Putnam is from the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775. He is often remembered for telling his soldiers, "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes!" This advice helped American soldiers save their ammunition and fight more effectively. He was a true hero who helped the United States become an independent nation.
What is a County?
A county is a type of local government area within a state. It's like a smaller division of a state, helping to manage things like local laws, roads, and public services. Each county has its own government and often a main town or city called a "county seat." People who live in a county vote for officials to represent them and make decisions for their area.
Other Places Named Putnam
- Putnam
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Putnam para niños
