Great Saltpetre Cave
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The Great Saltpetre Cave is a notable limestone cave located in Rockcastle County in southeastern Kentucky. During the War of 1812, it served as an important source of saltpeter, a vital component of gunpowder Also known as black powder.
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Location: 37.3669, -84.2875, KML, Cluster Map, Maps,
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Great Saltpetre Cave ⓘ
cave in Rockcastle County, Kentucky
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| site | cave | Great Saltpetre Cave | cave | Wikidata | |