Map of Alabama highlighting Randolph County. Source: Wikipedia
Randolph County was created by an act of the Alabama General Assembly on December 18, 1832 from former Creek Indian Territory.
Randolph County is located in the eastern-central part of the state in the Piedmont plateau.
The county is named for John Randolph, a former Virginia statesman.
Towns & Communities
The county seat was established in Wedowee in 1834-35.
Other towns of note include Roanoke, Rock Mills and Wadley.
~ Source: Ancestor Swap Meet 2003 book, June 21, 2003, Northeast Alabama Genealogical Society. Content modified for better readability.
