Carpenter and Tack Building #7
A carpenter would build and perform various repairs on all the fort structures. Also, tables, desks, bunk beds, lanterns and other furniture could be made if needed. Leather work and repairs would also be done.
The cutting, sewing and making of leather goods were essential tasks. From clothing wares to the repairing of saddles, bridles, reins, stirrups, etc. was a constant much needed job.
Carpenters may have been hired from the surrounding area if needed. Many soldiers however were self-taught and able to perform and fend for themselves. Outside help wasnt always available while garrisons were on the move.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Industry & Commerce.
Location. 35° 51.652′ N, 84° 31.742′ W. Marker is in Kingston, Tennessee, in Roane County. It can be reached from South Kentucky Street (State Highway 58) north of Shannon Place, on the left when traveling north. Marker is located within Fort Southwest Point. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1226 S Kentucky St, Kingston TN 37763,
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Regionally, this marker is in East Tennessee and in Greater Knoxville. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in Appalachia, and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the original Cherokee Nation, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The First Federal Fort in Tennessee (here, next to this marker); Blacksmith Building #7 (here, next to this marker); Soldiers Barracks w/ Cellar #6 (a few steps from this marker); Soldiers Barracks w/ Cellar #4 (a few steps from this marker); Soldiers Barracks w/ Cellar #14 (a few steps from this marker); Soldiers Barracks #5 (a few steps from this marker); Fort Privy 12 (a few steps from this marker); Fort Privy 9 (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kingston.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 12, 2021. It was originally submitted on January 10, 2021, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 195 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 10, 2021, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
