King College - 1A70 - Bristol, TN
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vhasler
N 36° 32.954 W 082° 13.463
17S E 390417 N 4045566
One of two historical markers advertising King College's foundation
Waymark Code: WM68MG
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 04/24/2009
Views: 10
Sign text: Located 4 miles to the east in Bristol, Tennessee. Founded in 1867 by the Reverend James King and other Presbyterian leaders to provide"a thorough classical and scientific training, combined with moral and religious instruction." Since 1915 this four-year liberal arts college has been conducted by the Synod of Appalachia.
Marker Name: King College
Marker Location: Roadside
Type of Marker: Building
Marker Number: 1A70
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Tennessee Historical Commission
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