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The Hatfield-McCoy Feud Started Over a Pig and Nearly Escalated Into a Regional War

History Unplugged Podcast

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Pikeville: Echoes of History and Feuds

This chapter recounts a visitor's journey to Pikeville, Kentucky, exploring its rich history through interactions with locals, including a descendant of the Hatfields. It delves into the cultural roots of Appalachia, the complexities of the Hatfield-McCoy feud, and the impact of the Civil War on local dynamics. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, the narrative paints Pikeville as a welcoming yet tumultuous area shaped by its past.

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