Greeneville in Greene County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
Greenville Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Founded 1841
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 4, 2012
1. Greenville Cumberland Presbyterian Church Marker
the original log church on Irish Street served until 1860 when the present structure was begun on land purchased from Andrew Johnson.
The War Between the States saw the church used as a hospital and stable.
The cannon ball in the front wall was fired there September 4, 1864 during the skirmish in which General John H. Morgan lost his life.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #17 Andrew Johnson series list. A significant historical date for this entry is September 4, 1836.
Location. 36° 9.857′ N, 82° 49.827′ W. Marker is in Greeneville, Tennessee, in Greene County. Marker is at the intersection of North Main Street (U.S. 321) and W Church Street on North Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 213 North Main Street, Greeneville TN 37745, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Greeneville Cumberland Presbyterian Church (within shouting distance of this marker); First Presbyterian Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Death of John Morgan (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); General Morgan Inn (about 300 feet away); Ellen “Nelly” VanVactor
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 4, 2012
2. Greenville Cumberland Presbyterian Church Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 4, 2012
3. Greenville Cumberland Presbyterian Church
The marker can be seen to the left of the door of the church.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 4, 2012
4. Cannonball at the Presbyterian Church
The cannonball mentioned on the marker is still visible in the wall to the right of the front door of the church.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 4, 2012
5. Closeup of Cannonball
This cannonball struck the church on September 4, 1864 during a Civil War skirmish.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 2, 2020. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 786 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on August 14, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
