James Chamberlain Jones Marker

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Near Lebanon in Wilson County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

James Chamberlain Jones
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By David Seibert, May 25, 2009

1. James Chamberlain Jones Marker

Inscription. Popularly known as “Lean Jimmy,” lived here. First native Tennessean to become Governor, he defeated James K. Polk in 1841 and 1843. In 1850, became President of Memphis & Charleston RR. Served as U.S. Senator from 1851 to 1853. He died in 1859,

Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission. (Marker Number 3A 9.)

Location. 36° 14.389′ N, 86° 17.356′ W. Marker is near Lebanon, Tennessee, in Wilson County. Marker is on Hunters Point Pike (U.S. 231) 0.2 miles south of Rutledge Lane, on the right when traveling north. Click for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lebanon TN 37087, United States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 6 other markers are within 12 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. Neddy Jacobs Cabin (approx. 2.2 miles away); Battle of Lebanon (approx. 2.2 miles away); Wilson County Courthouses (approx. 2.2 miles away); James E. Ward (approx. 3 miles away); Cedar Grove Cemetery (approx. 3.3 miles away); The Battle of Hartsville (approx. 11.6 miles away).

Also see . . . James Chamberlain Jones. Tennessee Encyclopedia entry. (Submitted on May 31, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia.)

By David Seibert, May 25, 2009

2. James Chamberlain Jones Marker

Looking north on US 231.

Credits. This page originally submitted on May 27, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 668 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 27, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.