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Chiaha
U.S. 64/72 0.1 miles north of Interstate 24, Jasper,
TN ,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
35° 2' 29.279976",
-85° 41' 20.94"
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Tennessee State
Historical Marker
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To the south, in the Tennessee River, is Burns' Island, formerly known as Lowery's Island. Here, at the Creek town of Chiaha, DeSoto camped June 5 to 28, 1540, while two scouts were sent north 30 leagues in search of gold. Here the Spaniards first found fenced villages. When they left, 500 carriers were furnished them.
Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission.
Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00 |
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Chiaha Historical Marker Location Map, Jasper, Tennessee Map
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