Dandridge
Dandridge by Lisa Whillock Ellis, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on March 21, 2011, is a historical exploration of Dandridge, Tennessee, the second-oldest town in the state. This 130-page book details the town’s founding in 1783 by Scotch-Irish settlers and its evolution from a small frontier settlement along the French Broad River to becoming the county seat of Jefferson County in 1793. The narrative highlights significant historical events and figures associated with Dandridge, including its unique distinction as the only town in the U.S. named after Martha Dandridge Custis Washington.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of Dandridge’s rich history, including its connections to notable figures such as Davy Crockett and several U.S. presidents. The book also covers pivotal moments, such as the Battle of Dandridge during the Civil War and the town’s preservation efforts in 1942 by the Tennessee Valley Authority. With a focus on local history, this edition provides insights into the development of the region and its significance within the broader context of Southern history.
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Dandridge, Tennessee, the second-oldest town in the state, was founded in 1783 by a group of Scotch-Irish settlers. It was 13 years before Tennessee became the 16th state. The town began as a small frontier settlement along the banks of the French Broad River in the short-lived state of Franklin. In 1793, Dandridge became the county seat for the newly formed Jefferson County. The county was named for then U.S. secretary of state Thomas Jefferson. Dandridge is the only town in the United States named for first lady Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. Davy Crockett married his first wife near Dandridge, and the courthouse still has his marriage bond in its archives. Over the years, it has played host to presidents Andrew Jackson, James K. Polk, and Andrew Johnson. During the Civil War, the Battle of Dandridge was fought there in winter 1864. In 1942, the town was saved when the Tennessee Valley Authority built a dike to protect it from the waters of Douglas Lake.
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