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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Florence, Alabama

 
Clickable Map of Lauderdale County, Alabama and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Lauderdale County, AL (239) Colbert County, AL (107) Lawrence County, AL (59) Limestone County, AL (90) Tishomingo County, MS (30) Giles County, TN (73) Hardin County, TN (631) Lawrence County, TN (61) Wayne County, TN (28)  LauderdaleCounty(239) Lauderdale County (239)  ColbertCounty(107) Colbert County (107)  LawrenceCounty(59) Lawrence County (59)  LimestoneCounty(90) Limestone County (90)  TishomingoCountyMississippi(30) Tishomingo County (30)  GilesCountyTennessee(73) Giles County (73)  HardinCounty(631) Hardin County (631)  LawrenceCounty(61) Lawrence County (61)  WayneCounty(28) Wayne County (28)
Florence is the county seat for Lauderdale County
Florence is in Lauderdale County
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1 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — "Mountain" Tom Clark — Hanged September 4, 1872
The notorious outlaw gang leader who boasted that no one would ever run over Tom Clark lies buried near the center of Tennessee Street where now all who pass by do run over him. In 1872, Clark, who terrorized helpless citizens during the Civil War, . . . Map (db m80320) HM
2 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — “Gooney Bird” Propeller
This Hamilton-Standard 23E50-505 hydromatic propeller is from Douglas Aircraft C-47 transport plane known as the Gooney Bird. The C-47s operated in both the European and Pacific theaters of W.W. II as troop and cargo transports, and initiated . . . Map (db m69659) HM
3 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — 115th Signal Battalion — Organized 1940
At this site where once stood Fort Willingham (Armory) the 115th Signal Battalion was organized December 1, 1940. Originally the 2nd Battalion, 151st Engineers, it was organized a number of times from 1940 to 1959 as its mission was changed to meet . . . Map (db m208808) HM
4 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — 16” Projectile
The 1,900 lb. HC (High Capacity) Mark 13 shore-bombardment projectile is fired from the Mark 7, 16” .50-caliber gun. The HC round can create a crater 50’ wide and 20’ deep. The 16” gun turret weights 1,708 tons. The barrel weighs 267,904 lbs. . . . Map (db m69660) HM
5 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — 1st Lt. Chadwick McFall Barber — In Loving Memory of — (1944-1969) —
Lt. Chadwick McFall Barber proudly served his country with distinction and paid the ultimate sacrifice when he was killed in action January 8, 1969, in the Republic of Vietnam. This bronze statue captures his likeness. Ola McFall Barber, David . . . Map (db m35656) HM
6 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — 75mm Field Gun
This 75mm field gun is a modification of a French gun that was designed in 1917. The 75mm was the most effective light field gun in W.W. I. It was also used against infantry, tanks, and other armored targets in W.W.II. This gun is 17’-3” . . . Map (db m83937) HM
7 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — A More Inclusive Era
African Americans, through enslavement and Jim Crow, constructed campus buildings and worked at the University of North Alabama since its beginnings in 1830, yet they were denied admission as students for 133 years. In 1963, Wendell Wilkie Gunn . . . Map (db m156930) HM
8 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Aaron Gus Green — City of Florence Walk of Honor
In 2001, Aaron Green, a Taliesin Fellow and a member of the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects, was awarded the very first Gold Medal by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation.Map (db m219167) HM
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9 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Adaptation
The Chickasaw lived in an area of Indian Territory bordered on the east by the Choctaw and on the west by the Comanche and other tribes. The United States government admitted that it could not protect the Chickasaw from the raiding by the . . . Map (db m212217) HM
10 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — AGM-28 Hound Dog Missile
The AGM-28 Hound Dog Missile was the United States’ first Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM). It was made to deliver W28, 4-megaton nuclear warheads. North American Aviation was contracted in 1956 to build the protoype. The AGM-28 was put into . . . Map (db m69655) HM
11 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Andrew Jackson's Military Road — 1817
Construction of this road, as ordered by General Andrew Jackson, began in May 1817 by troops of the U.S. Army for national defense purposes. Beginning near Nashville, Tennessee and continuing to Madison, Louisiana, it shortened the distance from . . . Map (db m80321) HM
12 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Ante-Bellum Cotton Mills 1840
About one mile west of here is the site of the Globe Cotton Factory which was erected on Cypress Creek in 1840. By 1857 its operations included three cotton mills, a flour mill, and two corn mills, all powered by the use of three dams. By 1860 the . . . Map (db m83938) HM
13 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Anti-Tank Gun
This is a T-3 (T-78) Experimental anti-tank gun. It fired a 76mm round of ammunition. Being a towed weapon limited it to being used defensively, and its lack of mobility meant it could be easily outflanked. Towed anti-tank artillery disappeared . . . Map (db m69661) HM
14 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Bennett Walker Smith — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Rev. Dr. Bennett W. Smith, as president of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, expanded the organization internationally. Active in Civil Rights in America and South Africa, he counseled President Bill Clinton on racial equality.Map (db m219184) HM
15 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Birthplace of W.C. Handy — 1873
William Christopher Handy, acclaimed worldwide as the “Father of the Blues” was born November 16, 1873, in his grandfather’s two~room log cabin which was located at this site. All structures in this area were removed in 1954 to make way . . . Map (db m141964) HM
16 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Burrell Normal School — Burrell High School — Burrell-Slater High School 1903~1969 —
This school named Burrell Academy, formerly in Selma, Alabama, was given to Florence by the American Missionary Association. In 1903, Burrell Normal School opened and served African ~American students in grades 1-12. In 1937, the Florence City Board . . . Map (db m83940) HM
17 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Capture of John A. Murrell — Natchez Trace Outlaw — 1834 —
John A. Murrell, known as the "Great Western Land Pirate," was captured near this site in the winter of 1834. He was said to have killed over 400 people, including many kidnapped slaves. His arrest was brought about through the clever maneuvering of . . . Map (db m154394) HM
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18 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Caroline Lee Hentz — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Educator and author Caroline Hentz was among the first female novelists in America. Her 13 volumes were some of the most popular in the U.S. during the mid-1800s, and her three dramas were produced in major cities.Map (db m219187) HM
19 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Charles Caine Anderson — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Widely known and admired both for his success in business and for his philanthropy. Charles C. Anderson was one of only 12 individuals in the United States to receive the Horatio Alger Award in 2014.Map (db m219339) HM
20 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Charles Lee Moore — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Recipient of 1989 of the first Kodak Award for Photojournalism, Charles Moore chronicled such major events as the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960's South, political violence in Haiti, and the air war in Vietnam.Map (db m219326) HM
21 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Cherry Street Historic District — (early 20th Century)
Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997, this district contains 52 structures, most of which were built after 1900. Cherry Street was laid out in 1818 near the east boundary of Florence. Pulitzer Prize winner Thomas Sigismund . . . Map (db m28406) HM
22 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Church Spring and School — (Circa 1840-1895)
About 1849, African-Americans began holding religious services in a brick cow shed overlooking the town spring near the site. It was purchased in 1857 by the local Methodists for this congregation, with Robin Lightfoot, a slave as its pastor. In . . . Map (db m45812) HM
23 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Church Spring Church and School — circa 1840-1895
About 1840, African- Americans began holding religious services in a brick cow shed overlooking the town spring near this site. It was purchased in 1857 by the local Methodists for this congregation, with Robin Lightfoot, a slave, as its pastor. In . . . Map (db m156921) HM
24 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — City of Florence
Florence was surveyed for the Cypress Land Company in 1818 by Ferdinand Sannoner and named for the famous capital of Tuscany. The county seat of Lauderdale County, it was first incorporated in 1826. Located at the foot of Muscle Shoals, it became a . . . Map (db m35173) HM
25 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Coffee High School — 1917~1951
(side 1) Coffee High School opened at this site in the fall of 1917. Camilla Coffee donated the land in honor of her late husband, Capt. Alexander D. Coffee, son of Gen. John Coffee, a Founding Father of Florence. Because of her generosity, . . . Map (db m104643) HM
26 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — College Place Historic District
The land on which this district rests was part of the 1818 sale by the Cypress Land Company which established the City of Florence. During The Civil War Confederate soldiers constructed breastworks here for the defense of Florence. House . . . Map (db m35235) HM
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27 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Colonel Pickett Place — 1833
This "double- pile cottage" is a rare Alabama example of Tidewater architecture that originated along the Southern seaboard during the colonial period. This house was built in 1833 by Thomas J. Crowe, proprietor of the early National Hotel in . . . Map (db m83962) HM
28 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Continuity
Toward the end of the 19th Century, the U.S. government decided that Native Americans should integrate into American culture and give up tribal sovereignty. The Dawes Allotment Act forced Native Americans to register on what became known as . . . Map (db m212215) HM
29 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Cotton and Textile Mills — (1822 to early 20th Century)
A cotton mill was established near this site in 1822. Although short~lived, it was the forerunner of other cotton and textile factories located in this area during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Cherry Cotton Mill began operations on nearby . . . Map (db m48600) HM
30 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Courtview, Rogers Hall — 1855 —
George Washington Foster, planter, built this Greek Revival Mansion. An Act of the legislature was required to close Court Street, In fall of 1864 it was headquarters of Nathan B. Forrest, General, CSA. Foster's daughter, Sarah Independence McDonald . . . Map (db m28868) HM
31 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Culture
The Chickasaw are a strong people, unconquered in battle and unconquerable in spirit. They arrived in what is now Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee and Kentucky from the west, and this area became their homeland. The Chickassaw built large villages, . . . Map (db m212214) HM
32 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Deibert Park — -dedicated May 25, 2000-
This park was donated to the people of Florence by Dr. Kirk R. and Lillian Cook Deibert who initially acquired this property in 1952. The acreage was once a part of a large ante-bellum plantation owned by Judge Sidney Cherry Posey. In 1875 his heirs . . . Map (db m33086) HM
33 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Don Leslie Michael
Michael, Don Leslie Rank and Organization: Specialist Fourth class, U.S. Army, Company C, 4th Battalion, 503D Infantry, 173D Airborne Brigade. Place and Date: Republic of Vietnam, 8 April, 1967. Entered service at: . . . Map (db m69640) HM
34 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Don Leslie Michael — City of Florence Walk of Honor
One of only 141 American service men to receive the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War, U.S. Army SP4 Don Leslie Michael Received this award posthumously, and his name appears in the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes.Map (db m219185) HM
35 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Doublehead, Cherokee Chief — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Through negotiation with President George Washington, Chief Doublehead owned all lands between Bluewater and Cypress Creeks. The land became federal property after 1807, allowing a corporation to purchase 5,515 acres to establish Florence. . . . Map (db m219328) HM
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36 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Downtown Florence Historic District
From the time Florence was established in 1818, a slow but steady growth occurred. In the late 1880s the town's population increased by 500 percent as an industrial boom began. This area became the core of the business district. Most of the . . . Map (db m35177) HM
37 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Dr. Amit Roy — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Named President of the International Fertilizer Development Center in 1992, Dr. Amit Roy distinguished himself as a leader of a team to create sustainable agricultural productivity worldwide, alleviating hunger and ensuring food security. . . . Map (db m219337) HM
38 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Dr. Ethelbert Brinkley Norton — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Dr. E. B. Norton was a member of the U.S. Education Mission sent to Japan after World War II to advise Gen. McArthur on the complete reorganization of the Japanese School System, which is still in place today.Map (db m219325) HM
39 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Dr. Hicks Boulevard
This boulevard was named in honor of Dr. Leonard Jerry Hicks by the City of Florence in 1981. Dr. Hicks was a prominent Black leader of the community and was recognized for his skills as a physician across the State of Alabama. He was born September . . . Map (db m35257) HM
40 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Dred Scott — (In Florence 1820-1830)
Dred Scott, whose name is associated with the landmark U.S. Supreme Court Dred Scott Decision of 1857, was born in Virginia between 1795-1809. In 1818 he was in Madison County, Alabama. He came to Florence with the Peter Blow family in 1820. About . . . Map (db m35183) HM
41 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Dred Scott — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Dred Scott, a slave who served as the hostler in Peter Blow's Florence Hotel, waged a 14-year legal fight for freedom that resulted in the U.S. Supreme Court's Dred Scott Decision of 1857, a pivotal event in American history.Map (db m219324) HM
42 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Driven Up The Waters — Natchez Trace Parkway
The Trail of Tears led groups of Cherokee up the Tennessee River here. The Cherokee are one of southeastern tribes who were relocated to Oklahoma due to the US Indian removal policy in the 1830s. During removal, most Cherokee went by land, but . . . Map (db m107267) HM
43 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — East Florence Historic District
The East Florence business area began in the industrial boom of the 1880s and 1890s and continued its development through the 1920s. Originally known as "Sweetwater", the small locally owned firms were established to serve the growing population . . . Map (db m35769) HM
44 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Edward A. O'Neal Home — Home of the Father-Son Governors
Built in 1840's, acquired 1857 by Edward Asbury O'Neal. Occupied various times during Civil War by Federals and Confederates. Edward A. O'Neal (1818-1890) attended LaGrange College; lawyer, Colonel of the 26th Alabama Regiment, C. S. A.; appointed . . . Map (db m153224) HM
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45 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Edward Asbury O'Neal, III — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Serving 16 years as president of the American Farm Bureau Federation (1931-1947), Mr. O'Neal developed major New Deal farm policies in the Franklin D. Roosevelt Administration.Map (db m219327) HM
46 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Edward Stanley Robbins — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Well-known throughout the nation and the world for his innovative work with rubber and vinyl, E. Stanley Robbins supplied rubber inner tubes, retread rubber and, later synthetic rubber for the Armed Forces in WW II.Map (db m219319) HM
47 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Ellen Dorrit Hoffleit — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Dr. Ellen D. Hoffleit, celebrated worldwide for her many contributions to astronomy, discovered more than 1,200 variable stars. She authored Yale Bright Star Catalogue which is used in almost every astronomical observatory in the world. . . . Map (db m219302) HM
48 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Ezra Lee Culver — City of Florence Walk of Honor
With a fourth grade education, Ezra Culver employed his own innovative concrete process in major 20th century projects. His construction experience included work on Yankee Stadium, Lincoln Tunnel and the Florida Keys bridges.Map (db m219299) HM
49 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — First Baptist Church 1888
On May 27, 1888, this church was established in the courthouse after a commencement sermon at the State Normal College delivered by the Rev. W. H. Smith. Its initial name was First Missionary Baptist, but in 1910 it became First Baptist. The . . . Map (db m83964) HM
50 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — First Muscle Shoals Canal / Second Muscle Shoals Canal — 1836-1838/1890-1918
First Muscle Shoals Canal 1836-1838 From the earliest attempts to navigate the Tennessee River, it was known that a formidable obstacle made the passage from one end to the other almost impossible. This barrier, caused by waterfalls, . . . Map (db m125572) HM
51 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — First Presbyterian Church — (1818)
The Presbyterians organized the first church in Florence and purchased this property from the Cypress Land Company in 1818. A sanctuary was erected here in 1824. James L. Sloss, an early Alabama Territory missionary, was installed as the church's . . . Map (db m28955) HM
52 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — First United Methodist Church — (1822)
Established September 8, 1822 in a log house on the west side of town by Revs. John Cox and John Kerr. Cox and wife, Frances Langley had been affiliated with the Wesleys in England. Second meeting place was in Farmer's Cobbler Shop on West Mobile . . . Map (db m83966) HM
53 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America
The "Mother Church" of the Presbytery, Florence Cumberland Colored Presbyterian Church originated in 1898 on property deeded by the city. Led, in 1918, by Rev. Holt Smith, it bought property on Alabama Street and built a frame structure. In 1948 . . . Map (db m83967) HM
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54 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence Cemetery — -1818-
When the city was surveyed this land described as "outside the city limits" was designated as the burying grounds for the new town. It contains the graves of early settlers, including a son and brother of Ferdinand Sannoner, Surveyor of Florence, . . . Map (db m83968) HM
55 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence Indian Mound — Alabama Indigenous Mound Trail
The Florence Indian Mound was the heart of a largely indigenous cultural center that existed along this section of the Tennessee River Valley centuries ago. A map was drawn by E. G. Squier and Edwin Davis in 1848 showed the mound as originally . . . Map (db m191412) HM
56 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence Little League Baseball (1951) — Coach Presley Robbins Field (1972)
Plans for the Florence Little League Baseball program for youth in ages ranging from eight to twelve years were completed in April 1951. These plans and the layout of this playing field were in accord with those developed by America's first Little . . . Map (db m83969) HM
57 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence State Teachers College
Oldest state~supported teacher college south of Ohio R. 1830 ~ opened as LaGrange College (Methodist) at nearby Leighton. First charted college in state. 1855 ~ moved here and re~named Florence Wesleyan University. Flourished until . . . Map (db m83970) HM
58 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence State Teachers College Heroes of World War II
During World War II, more than 300 graduates and former students of this institution served in the U.S. armed forces. All are hereby honored as heroes. The following paid the supreme sacrifice in defense of their country. Brig. Gen. Asa N. . . . Map (db m156977) WM
59 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence Synodical Female College — (1855~1893)
Side A The Cypress Land Company reserved this block for educational purposes. In 1847 the Florence Female Academy, consisting of two buildings, was established. The Academy was soon in financial trouble. Despite a $20,000 contribution from . . . Map (db m83973) HM
60 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence Wagon Company
Moved here from Atlanta in 1889, this industry made Florence a household word throughout the South. It was the largest wagon factory in the South, reportedly second largest in U.S. with 250 employees and annual production of 12,000 wagons. World War . . . Map (db m35772) HM
61 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence, Alabama
The Forks of Cypress plantation was established in 1818 by James and Sarah Jackson. Its home, believed the design of William Nichols, was one of Alabama's great houses, featuring perhaps the earliest peristyle colonnades in America. Built by skilled . . . Map (db m83975) HM
62 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Florence's Early Water Tower 1890
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this tower of native stone was completed in 1890 as the foundation for a wrought- iron tank with a capacity of 280,000 gallons of water. It is 70 feet high and is located on the highest elevation . . . Map (db m35234) HM
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63 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Forks of Cypress
The Forks of Cypress plantation was established in 1818 by James and Sarah Jackson. This home, believed the design of William Nichols, was one of Alabama's great houses, featuring perhaps the earliest peristyle colonnades in America. Built by . . . Map (db m156982) HM
64 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Fort Willingham — National Guard Armory
The United States flag that flies at the base of this hill stands as a sentry over the site that was the home of Fort Willingham Armory from 1937-1979. The Armory was named after Dr. Henry J. Willingham, president of Florence State Normal School, . . . Map (db m83987) HM
65 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Founding of Florence — March 1818
Lauderdale County was created by the Territorial Legislature in February 1818. On March 12, 1818, recognized as the Founding Day for Florence, Alabama the Articles of Association was signed by the seven trustees of the newly-organized Cypress . . . Map (db m115156) HM
66 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Frank Perron Achorn — City of Florence Walk of Honor
In 1947 Frank Achorn began his successful work as a chemical engineer in 45 states and 40 countries to feed the hungry of the world through increased crop yields. He later secured eight patents related to the fertilizer industry.Map (db m219177) HM
67 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — General Arthur E. Brown, Jr. — City of Florence Walk of Honor
A 1953 graduate of West Point, Gen. Brown culminated a 36-year military career as Director of the Army Staff (1983-1987) and Vice-Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army (1987-1989).Map (db m219297) HM
68 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — General Hood's Narrow Escape — December 26, 1864
Following his tragic defeat at Franklin and Nashville, General John B. Hood managed to escape over the Tennessee River at Bainbridge Ferry, a few miles south of here on December 26, 1864. Two corps under General Benjamin Cheatham and Stephen D. Lee . . . Map (db m35258) HM
69 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — General Hugh Pate Harris — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Hugh P. Harris became a four-star general in 1964, the 66th officer to receive this rank. A leader in the development of the airborne concept, he held such important post as Commanding General, U.S. Continental Army Commander.Map (db m219305) HM
70 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — General John Coffee — Home Site and Grave
Cavalry Commander under Andrew Jackson throughout War of 1812: (Creek War, Pensacola, New Orleans). Negotiated many treaties ceding Indian lands to U.S. Made original surveys of Tennessee Valley.Map (db m35259) HM
71 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — General John Coffee — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Through his personal and business relationship with Andrew Jackson, Gen. Coffee led Jackson's cavalry in the Battle of New Orleans in 1815 and became a celebrated American hero.Map (db m219304) HM
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72 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — George H. Carroll Lion Habitat
The lion habitat is named in honor of George H. Carroll (1926-1998), a long-standing friend and supporter of the University of North Alabama (UNA). Mr. Carroll was the loving husband of Virginia Sego Carroll and father of Steven, Judy, and George . . . Map (db m35658) HM
73 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Gilbert Elementary School
Gilbert School, named in honor of Henry C. Gilbert, school superintendent 1892-1904 and long time member of Board of Education was built in 1920, costing $79,000. The structure was planned by George D. Waller, architect. A relief sculpture . . . Map (db m83988) HM
74 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Global War on Terrorism — War on Terrorism Service Medal
Erected on Nov. 11, 2019 to Honor all Global War on Terrorism Veterans. Army * Navy * Marine Corps * Air Force * Coast GuardMap (db m234695) WM
75 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Governor Hugh McVay Home Site and Cemetery
McVay (1766~1851), South Carolina native, built a three room log house at head of Cox's Creek about 1818. Community later called Mars Hill. He was a member of Mississippi Territorial Legislature, delegate to convention of 1819 which framed . . . Map (db m35260) HM
76 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Harlon Hill — City of Florence Walk of Honor
The NFL Rookie of the Year (1954) and MVP (1955), Harlon Hill starred with the Chicago Bears. The Harlon Hill Trophy is presented annually to the NCAA Division II Football Player of the Year.Map (db m219314) HM
77 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Henry S. "Hank" Klibanoff — City of Florence Walk of Honor
A keen observer and researcher of the Civil Rights Movement in the South, Hank Klibanoff won the Pulitzer Prize in 2007 for The Race Beat: The Press, the Civil Rights Struggle, and the Awakening of a Nation.Map (db m219181) HM
78 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Hickory Hill Plantation Slave Cemetery
Side 1: To the south of this marker is the Hickory Hill Plantation Slave Cemetery which contains the remains of approximately 140 African-Americans. These individuals labored in the bonds of slavery during the period 1818 to 1865 and many . . . Map (db m138778) HM
79 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Homer Givens — (1898 - 1971) — America's First World War I Hero —
The home of Homer Givens, America's first hero in World War I was located .4 of a mile north of this intersection. Following a bloody two-hour battle on November 1, 1917 Corporal Givens stood alone after his comrades had fallen. He then . . . Map (db m28163) HM
80 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Homer J. Givens — City of Florence Walk of Honor
For unparalleled bravery on the battlefield in France during World War I, Corporal Homer Givens was awarded the Croix de Guerre by the French government which hailed him as the war's first American hero.Map (db m219168) HM
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81 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Jackson's Military Road
Built by Andrew Jackson, 1816~1820. Shortened by 200 miles the route from Nashville to New Orleans for movement of supply wagons and artillery. Built with U.S. funds and troops. Followed in part Doublehead's Road from Columbia, Tenn., to Muscle . . . Map (db m65290) HM
82 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — James Jackson — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Often referred to as the most successful breeder of thoroughbred horses in America, James Jackson imported Glencoe and Leviathan to the U.S. in the early 1800's, leaving a permanent imprint on both the breed and American racing history.Map (db m219334) HM
83 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — James Thomas Rapier — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Lawyer and statesman James T. Rapier, a son of free African-American parents in Florence, holds the distinction of being just the second African-American from Alabama to be elected, in 1873, to the U.S. Congress.Map (db m219173) HM
84 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — John Coffee: 1772-1833
(side 1) John Coffee was born in Prince Edward County, VA, in 1772, the son of Joshua and Elizabeth Graves Coffee. The family moved to NC in 1777. After his father died in 1798, Coffee and other family members moved to Davidson County, TN . . . Map (db m100248) HM WM
85 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — John McKinley Associate Justice, U.S. Supreme Court
John McKinley (1780~1852), native of Virginia, prominent attorney, member of Cypress Land Company, built a large three story mansion near this site in 1820's which later burned. McKinley served in Alabama Legislature, U.S. Senate (1826~31); was . . . Map (db m28926) HM
86 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — John Thomas Bulls, Jr — City of Florence Walk of Honor
For 21 years following the end of World War II, John Bulls served as Agricultural Extension Advisor for the U.S. State Dept. in India, Nigeria, Tunisia and Uganda, assisting farmers and organizing community development programs.Map (db m219298) HM
87 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — John Wilkinson Taylor — City of Florence Walk of Honor
As Deputy Director-General of UNESCO, Dr. John W. Taylor pioneered international programs following WWII aimed at ending illiteracy by promoting education within communities. He introduced an early version of distance learning through . . . Map (db m219310) HM
88 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Jonathan Quinn Pettus — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Named Associate Director of Marshall Space Flight Center in 2016, Jonathan Pettus was honored with the NASA Medal for Outstanding Leadership in 2005 and the Presidential Rank Award of Distinguished Executives in 2009.Map (db m219293) HM
89 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Justice John A. McKinley — City of Florence Walk of Honor
First serving as a member of the U.S. Senate (1826-1830), John McKinley was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Van Buren, becoming the first justice from Alabama.Map (db m219188) HM
90 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Justice John McKinley Federal Building
Named for Alabama's first United States Supreme Court Justice, John McKinley made his home in Florence, Alabama from about 1821 to 1842. Born May 1, 1780 in Culpepper County, Virginia, he died July 19, 1852 and is buried in Louisville, Kentucky. . . . Map (db m28930) HM
91 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Karsner-Kennedy House
(side 1) The Karsner-Kennedy House is significant because of its architectural characteristics. Benjamin F. Karsner (1800-1897) of Maryland married Sarah McCarter of Virginia in 1827. He was a prominent figure in Florence and at times he . . . Map (db m84026) HM
92 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Kelton D. (Kelso) Herston — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Starting his musical career in the 1950's, Kelso Herston became a leader, playing guitar with hundreds of performers, producing more than 50 recording artists, publishing 100+ hit songs and creating more than 5,000 commercial jingles.Map (db m219303) HM
93 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Kennedy Gun Factory — (1823 - 1837)
The famous Kennedy Long Rifle was introduced at Philadelphia during the Revolutionary War by Alexander Kennedy who fled to Moore County, N. C., when the British invaded. About 1823 his son David moved the factory to Green Hill, Alabama . . . Map (db m208822) HM
94 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Larimore Home — 1870
Built by Theophilus Brown Larimore and his wife, Esther Gresham Larimore, as a home and educational center. Near site of foundry and arsenal of War Between The States, it served as a school, 1871-1887, to train ministers and Christian workers of the . . . Map (db m35261) HM
95 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Lauderdale County
A County Older Than the State Lauderdale County created Feb. 6, 1818 by Alabama Territorial Legislature (Alabama became a state in 1819). Named for Col. James Lauderdale, cavalryman under Gen. John Coffee and Andrew Jackson, War of . . . Map (db m35185) HM
96 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Lieutenant Colonel R. Edward Yeilding — United States Air Force
This F-4D Phantom is displayed in honor of Lt. Col. Edward Yeilding and all Veterans who served with the Phantom aircraft. Captain Ed Yeiding’s name is painted on the front canopy to honor his nine years flying Phantoms similar to this F-4D and . . . Map (db m84028) HM
97 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Lin Dunn — City of Florence Walk of Honor
Serving as head coach in women's collegiate basketball, 1970-1996, Lin Dunn became a 17-year coach in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and was inducted into the WNBA Hall of Fame in 2014. Inducted 2018 City of . . . Map (db m219309) HM
98 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Locust Dell Academy — 1834~1843
On this site Nicholas Marcellus Hentz conducted a girls' school. Native of Metz, France, Hentz was a painter, entomologist, author, and was once a professor at University of North Alabama. Experimenting with silkworms, he planted groves of mulberry . . . Map (db m84029) HM
99 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Locust Street Historic District — 1818
Part of the city's first residential area, this district contains a variety of architectural styles. Originally the dwellings were log cabins. An early sawmill on Cypress Creek and a nearby brick yard provided lumber and bricks for many of the . . . Map (db m156926) HM
100 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Lone Cedar Church of Christ — 1898
Christians first met here in a log building which also served as a schoolhouse. In 1909 a frame building was constructed. Because of a single cedar tree in prominent view, it was given the name Lone Cedar by Wilbert M (Will) Behel, an early . . . Map (db m35231) HM

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