|
|
|
Shelby - Fayette County Line (2)
TN ,
USA
|
|
Tennessee State Historical Marker |
|
|
Shelby County Established 1819; named in honor of Isaac Shelby who, along with Andrew Jackson, was appointed United States Commissioner; together they arranged the purchase of the Western District from the Chickasaw Indian Nation in 1818. Fayette County Established 1824; named in honor of Marquis de LaFayette. Established 1824; named in honor of Marquis de LaFayette. A French nobleman, patriot and distinguished soldier who rendered invaluable service to the American Colonies during The Revolutionary War. Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission
Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00 |
|
|
|
|
Related Themes: American Revolution, the Revolutionary War. See more historic sites related to Tennessee in the Revolution. |
|
|
|
|
|