Sangamon County, IL

History

Sangamon County was formed in 1821 out of Madison and Bond counties. The county was named for the Sangamon River, which runs through it. Prior to being elected President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln represented Sangamon County in the Illinois Legislature. Lincoln, along with several other legislators, was instrumental in securing Springfield, the Sangamon County seat, as the state's capital.
Source: Wikipedia

Modern Day Adjacent Counties

Menard County – north
Logan County – northeast
Macon County – east
Christian County – southeast
Montgomery County – south
Macoupin County – south
Morgan County – west
Cass County – northwest

Gleanings from

• Sangamon Co., IL - Probate Records
  • 1839 Will - James Alexander Reavis