VA-A34 Seviers Birthplace

Marker text: SEVIER'S BIRTHPLACE

Near here was born John Sevier, pioneer and soldier, September 23, 1745. He was a leader in the Indian Wars and at the Battle of King's Mountain, 1780. He was the only Governor of the short-lived State of Franklin and the first Governor of Tennessee. Sevier died in Georgia, September 24, 1815.

Conservation & Development Commission 1929.

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Location: US 11 (southbound) at the Rockingham and Shenandoah county line. Marker is located next to markers Z170 and A36., Shenandoah County, Virginia

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