David Benton
(Base monument)
George Camp Sr., Green Flowers, Ephraim Perkins, Lewis Brewer, John F. Johnston-Commissioners appointed by the legislature to organize Benton County. They met for this purpose, February 7, 1836.
Erected 1986 by Sesquicentennial Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Settlements & Settlers • War of 1812. A significant historical year for this entry is 1779.
Location. 36° 3.486′ N, 88° 5.832′ W. Marker is in Camden, Tennessee, in Benton County. Marker is on E. Main Street. The marker is located on the grounds of the Benton County Courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Camden TN 38320, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Senator Mildred Jolly Lashlee (a few steps from this marker); Mary Cordelia Beasley-Hudson (within shouting distance of this marker); Thomas Clark Rye (within shouting distance of this marker); Gunboats and Cavalry (within shouting distance of this marker); Irish CSA Soldiers
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