West Frankfort, Illinois I South Illinois I Coal Mining History I 4K

West Frankfort is another one of those sleeper cities in Illinois. In its heyday in the early 1900s, West Frankfort was one of the more prosperous boomtowns in Southern Illinois. This is due in large part to the coal mining industry in the area. Today, this city offers memorials and murals commemorating its history with the lucrative industry. Hope you enjoy!!! Intro Music: Cherry Blossom by Ottom #southernillinois #westfrankfortil #illinoishistory #illinoisvlog #roadto1ksubs