KY-1385 Sand Cave

Marker text: SAND CAVE

Floyd Collins was first to explore Sand Cave. Fallen rock trapped him in narrow passage 150 ft. from entrance, Jan. 30, 1925. Rescuers reached him with food and heat for short time. Aid cut off by shifting earth closing passage. Engineers sank 55-foot shaft but were unable to reach Collins' body until February 16. Rescue attempt publicized worldwide. Aroused sympathy of nation.

Kentucky Historical Society, Kentucky Department of Highways, 1970

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Location: Old entrance road to Cave area, Old Mammoth Cave Rd., KY 255, Edmonson County, Kentucky

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