Rodgers' Tavern - 2E 38 - Rock Island, TN
N 35° 47.544 W 085° 36.788
16S E 625325 N 3961810
Rodgers' Tavern - Rock Island, TN
Waymark Code: WMCXQE
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 10/23/2011
Views: 10
The marker is located on Rock Island Road across from Great falls Road.
Marker Text:
This tavern on the Kentucky – Alabama Road was established by John D. Rodger, veteran of the War of 1812 and of Jackson’s Florida Campaign. He also operated Rodger’s Ferry, 0.4 miles northeast, opposite the island which gave this town its name.
Marker Name: Rodgers' Tavern
Marker Location: City
Type of Marker: Building
Marker Number: 2E 38
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker: Tennessee Historical Commission
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