Roy Claxton Acuff-1D 31-Maynardville
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Markerman62
N 36° 15.046 W 083° 47.992
17S E 248425 N 4015399
On the corner of TN 33 (Maynardville Hwy) and Monroe St. in Maynardville that has easy access to parking in nearby businesses.
Waymark Code: WMNKBW
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 03/28/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member vhasler
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Roy Claxton Acuff, Grand Ole Opry star for more than 50 years, actor, international music entertainer, goodwill ambassador, and humanitarian, was born in Maynardville, near this site, on September 15, 1903. He recorded more than 100 country and gospel songs, including "Great Speckled Bird," "Wabash Cannon Ball," Precious Jewel," Down in Union County," and "Night Train to Memphis."



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Marker Name: Roy Claxton Acuff

Marker Location: City

Type of Marker: Person

Marker Number: 1D-31

Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Tennessee Historical Commission
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