Raleigh (2) in Memphis, Tennessee

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Raleigh (2)

U.S. 70 at Hwy 15, Memphis, TN , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 35° 12' 19.739988", -89° 55' 18.84"

Tennessee State
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5 miles. From 1827 to 1867, this was the county seat of Shelby County. Aaron Burr was imprisoned here for a short time. About 1867, the courthouse was tom down and removed, piecemeal, to Bartlett. The jail, now converted into a residence, still stands.

Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00

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