ONLY - Governor of Confederate State of Tennessee-Isham G. Harris - Tullahoma TN
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N 35° 21.410 W 086° 12.444
16S E 572011 N 3912903
Isham G. Harris was the only governor of Confederate State of Tennessee. In Congress 1849-51; Elected governor, 1857-59-61. Was U.S. Senator from 1877 until his death in 1897.
Waymark Code: WM17E67
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 02/05/2023
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Isham G. Harris
Born near here, 1818. Was the only governor of Confederate State of Tennessee. In Congress 1849-51; Elected governor, 1857-59-61. When U.S. forces captures Nashville, joined staff of Army of Tennessee for remainder of War. Fled to Mexico, 1865, returned 1867. Was U.S. Senator from 1877 until his death in 1897.
Type of documentation of superlative status: Historical Marker
Location of coordinates: Park off Jackson Street
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