This database contains a history of Butler County, Alabama covering the years 1815-1885. Topics covered in this history include geography, formation of the county, early settlements, establishment of commerce, and others. It also contains sketches of some of the county's most distinguished citizens. Historical works such as this contain valuable information that can be a great addition to your genealogical research. Although historical works will generally not mention your ancestors specifically (unless they were one of the more prominent citizens), they do provide information on the time and place in which your ancestors lived, which in turn will help you place your ancestors in a historical context.