Winston County, Alabama

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Winston County was established under the name Hancock County on February 12, 1850. It was originally named for John Hancock, Governor of Massachusetts and famous signer of the American Declaration of Independence, with its county seat at Houston. On January 22, 1858, the county was renamed Winston County to honor Alabama Gov. John A. Winston.

During the American Civil War, Winston County gained attention for its opposition to secession, a sentiment so strong that the county is sometimes referred to as the Free State of Winston. This area had few slaves and saw little benefit to secession. The county today plays on its reputation as the "Free State of Winston" to attract tourists. The county's opposition to the Confederacy is briefly mentioned in the novels To Kill a Mockingbird and Addie Pray.

Adjacent Counties

• Lawrence County
• Cullman County
• Franklin County
• Marion County
• Walker County

Cities, Towns & Communities

• Addison
• Arley
• Batts Nest
• Boar Tush
• Corinth
• Delmar
• Double Springs (County Seat)
• Glen Mary
• Haleyville (part)
• Houston
• Lynn
• Natural Bridge
• Nauvoo (part)
• Posey Field

Links

Wikipedia

Genealogy Trails

Free State of Winston

William B. Bankhead National Forest (part)