Publisher Description

Carved out of Native American land in 1817, Marion County, Tennessee, has maintained its primitive beauty. The county grew with towns such as Monteagle, Martin Springs, Sequatchie, and South Pittsburg springing up on the banks of the Tennessee River, throughout the Sequatchie Valley, and atop the Cumberland Mountains. Today, it is home to nearly 30,000 people. In this pictorial history, Marion County's colorful and fascinating past is illustrated through over 200 vintage postcards drawn from the author's personal collection. This book was the culmination of a long-standing interest in postcards and Marion County, as well as a deep kinship with its people.

Author Biography

Author and longtime Montgomery County resident Billyfrank Morrison has topically organized more than 200 postcards from his personal collection, but he insists the real author of this book is the cards. Spanning from before 1900 to beyond 2000, this volume provides a broad brush picture of the people, places, and events that are an integral part of this community. Natives, newcomers, visitors, and readers alike are invited to enjoy this nostalgic postcard tour of historic Clarksville.

Long Description

Carved out of Native American land in 1817, Marion County, Tennessee, has maintained its primitive beauty. The county grew with towns such as Monteagle, Martin Springs, Sequatchie, and South Pittsburg springing up on the banks of the Tennessee River, throughout the Sequatchie Valley, and atop the Cumberland Mountains. Today, it is home to nearly 30,000 people. In this pictorial history, Marion County

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