Simon Kenton, The Frontiersman

The story and life of Simon Kenton can sometimes seem surreal. There isn’t many men who can say they have lived a life so rick and full of adventure as Simone Kenton can.

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Episode 6: The Early Life of Simon Kenton

In this episode we discuss another famous Kentucky frontiersmen Simon Kenton. We've had to break this discussion into two parts. The first part focusing on Simon Kentons early life.

Episode 7: Later Life of Simon Kenton

In this episode we continue discussing Simon Kenton's life. We focus on his later life and his friendship with Simon Girty.

 

SIMON KENTON! PIONEER HERO! HISTORY, ANCESTRY & GENEALOGY!

In this episode of History Nuts, we discuss the history and life of Simon Kenton. Simon Kenton was one of the first white men in Kentucky long before settlement. His leadership and exploits have sealed him in greatness in American History. History Nuts is a LIVE show, on Facebook Live, airing most Thursday evenings at 9pm EST. The show is hosted by Russ Carson, Jr., Founder of Family Tree Nuts, and Jameson Cable, Founder of Kentucky History Podcast. Anyone can join in and add comments or questions live on the show. There is a different historical topic each week.