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Jonesboro Turnpike

Carl Moore Pkw. (TN 30_ at Old Jonesboro Rd., Bristol, TN , USA
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It crosses the highway here. Originally a branch of the Great War and Trading Path, it was later an important route from Virginia to the west. The first mail route between Richmond and Washington ran over it. Many notables used it, including Andrew Jackson, enroute to his first inauguration.

Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission.


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