1333 A Governor For Tennessee

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Marker reads, Albert Smith Marks birthplace site. Oct. 16, 1836. Moved to Tennessee at age 19. Served as the 24th governor of that state. 1879-81 following distinguished service in Civil War. Enlisted early in the Confederacy, rising to rank of colonel. Fought in the Battle of Perryville, 1862. Severely wounded Battle of Murfreesborough. Dec. 31, 1862. Quote - One of best officers in the division.