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Johnsonville State Historic Park

July 24, 2023 • Julie Graham • Season 1 • Episode 10

Johnsonville State Historic Park is a day-use park named for former President Andrew Johnson who also served as the Union Military Governor of Tennessee during the Civil War. This 1,075-acre park commemorates the site of the Johnsonville Depot, the Battle of Johnsonville and the historic town site of Johnsonville that existed from 1864-1944 prior to the formation of Kentucky Lake.

During the Civil War, the area served as a strategic Union supply depot. Listen to Park Manager and Historian, Bob Holliday talks about the history of the park and efforts underway to document more historic sites on the property.

The Tennessee River Valley Stewardship Council, a 501 c3 nonprofit, serves as the steering committee and editorial board for the Geotourism MapGuide website. It is comprised of volunteers from a seven state region. The Council's efforts are made possible through the generous support of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).

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