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Benton McMillin ~ 1845 - 1943

At the intersection of Main St. and 2nd. Ave., Carthage, TN , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 36° 15' 4.619988", -85° 57' 8.1"
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A native of Kentucky, Benton McMillin moved to Celina at an early age and later to Carthage. He was elected to the State Legislature in 1874 and Congress in 1879 for a twenty year tenure. Benton McMillin served two terms as Governor, 1899-1903, promoting the public school system. The ?Democratic Warhorse of Tennessee? died in Nashville.

Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission

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