King's Mountain Messenger - 3G 15 - Petersburg, TN
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N 35° 19.190 W 086° 38.232
16S E 532976 N 3908572
A TN marker at the town square pavilion
Waymark Code: WMY8CY
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 05/09/2018
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This marker detailing an accomplishment of Joseph Greer, is located in a small landscaped area around a pavilion in the town square. Parking around the square is 24/7. Around the pavilion there is also a cannon, dedicated tree, and two picnic benches.
Text on marker:
King's Mountain Messenger
About four miles northeast is buried Joseph Greer, son of Andrew Greer, an early member of the Watauga Settlement in East Tennessee. After fighting at King's Mountain, he made a rapid overland trip to Philadelphia where he officially reported the American victory to the Continental Congress.
Marker Name: King's Mountain Messenger
Marker Location: City
Type of Marker: Person
Marker Number: 3G 15
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Tennessee Historical Commission
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