A combination of rich soil, mild climate and ready access to market via river and later railroad made Courtland an early center of cotton production. From surrounding plantations with colorful names like Bonnie Doone, Oak Grove, Rocky Hill, . . . — — Map (db m71285) HM
On April 20, 1934, a temporary charter was issued for Gen. Joe Wheeler Post 58, Courtland, Alabama.
On November 12, 1946, a permanent charter was granted and the name changed to Wiley Horton Post 58 in honor of the deceased son of State . . . — — Map (db m84303) HM
(side 1)
Courtland Army Air Field (CAAF): Beginnings
Following the onset of WWII the Army Air Corps initiated an ambitious pilot training program. During its most active period, this program would train over 100,000 pilots per . . . — — Map (db m74409) HM
(side 1)
Courtland Army Air Field (CAAF): Facilities
At its greatest strength, CAAF was home to 4600 officers, enlisted servicemen, and cadets. During the war years it was the largest population center within Lawrence County. Over . . . — — Map (db m74411) HM
Side A
One of Alabama's oldest and most picturesque town cemeteries, this site was set aside as a burying ground by the Courtland Land Company in its original survey made prior to the incorporation of the town in 1819. Many of the area's . . . — — Map (db m84304) HM
One of Alabama's earliest Presbyterian congregations, this church was founded in September 1821 by the Reverend John Allen as "The Church of Nazareth". In 1833 it was renamed Courtland Presbyterian Church. The first meeting house, just west of . . . — — Map (db m155416) HM
Side 1
Structures within the Courtland historic district represent over 150 years of changing tastes in building design. Although only a few of Courtland’s earliest buildings survive, the Federal~style architecture of the oldest houses . . . — — Map (db m28990) HM
Side A
Tennessee Street along the north side of the square was originally part of Gaines’ Trace, a horse path laid out in 1807 under the direction of Capt. Edmund Pendleton Gaines of the U. S. Army. From Melton’s Bluff on the Tennessee . . . — — Map (db m29056) HM
Side A
This circa 1820 house is thought to be one of the oldest houses in Courtland. Occupying a lot platted by the Courtland Land Company in 1818, the house faces North toward what was once the main Tuscumbia Road. Dr. Jack Shackelford . . . — — Map (db m84306) HM
Built about 1830 for merchant Joseph Trotter, this house was purchased in 1838 by John J. McMahon, a Virginia-born cotton factor who divided his time between Courtland and New Orleans. The house remained the home of McMahon's descendants for nearly . . . — — Map (db m84307) HM
Marker Front:
African~Americans played a very significant role in the early history of Courtland. Most came as slaves from the older southern states to help clear the land, to plant crops of cotton and corn, and to serve as household . . . — — Map (db m29009) HM
The Red Rovers Volunteer military company organized at Courtland 1835 to aid Texas in struggle for independence.
Commanded by Dr. Jack Shackelford, local physician, company derived its name from color of home spun uniforms, made by citizens . . . — — Map (db m84308) HM
Side A Federal lands in this area were first sold in 1818 and quickly purchased by settlers and speculators. A group of investors calling themselves the “Courtland Land Company” and consisting of William H. Whitaker, James M. . . . — — Map (db m28989) HM
A saloon and its whiskey
-“Tricky Trickum Stuff"-
purportedly inspired area's
name in 1850s. After 1882
adopted more dignified Hatton. — — Map (db m180451) HM
Born July 31, 1868 ~ Died April 10, 1955
Daughter of General Joseph Wheeler
Gallantly served her country three times on foreign soil.
Volunteer nurse, Santiago, Cuba~1898.
Spanish~American War and Manila, P.I. ~1899
during Philippine . . . — — Map (db m29558) HM
Created by Territorial Legislature
in 1818 from lands ceded by
Cherokee and Chickasaw Indians
Named for U.S, Navy hero of War of 1812
Capt. James Lawrence
Fatally wounded, his famous command was
"Don't Give Up The Ship"
County . . . — — Map (db m69672) HM
A Special Place: for People and Birds
The forest of Bankhead have been here for many generations, witnessing considerable natural, historical and cultural changes. This area was home to native Americans for many years. The pioneers who live . . . — — Map (db m107295) HM
Born 11 June 1769, in Maryland and married 18 Nov 1797, Anne Royall became a wealthy widow upon her Revolutionary War Veteran husband's death in 1813. However, her husband's family filed an ultimately successful suit for his estate. While she waited . . . — — Map (db m84309) HM
Many Kinds of Birds Call North Alabama Home
The northern tier of Alabama has several district landforms including the Tennessee River Valley and the southern Cumberland Plateau. The variety of terrain and the large expanse of forest in the . . . — — Map (db m107297) HM
Wyatt Cheatham (1769-1856) was one of the early settlers of Lawrence County and bought land near Wren in 1818. The Alabama Legislature on 14 Dec 1824 authorized him, "to open out and make a road leading from at or near the Gum Pond in said county . . . — — Map (db m84310) HM
(front)
Dedicated to the men of Lawrence County, Alabama,
from all walks of life, who left kith and kin,
hearth and home, and lost their lives in military service
for the Confederate States of America during
the War for Southern . . . — — Map (db m84311) WM
Discover the Incredible Variety of Habitats and Birds in the Bankhead National Forest
1. Walston Ridge Road
The road along Walston Ridge provides a variety of forest habitats. Prescribed fire maintains the open oak-pine woodlands. . . . — — Map (db m107294) HM
On January 3, 1874, former slaves and
Deacons King Crayton, George Pruitt,
Tandy Crayton, and Ben Warren paid fifty
dollars for land to construct the Colored
Baptist Church, which was one of the earliest
in the Muscle Shoals Colored . . . — — Map (db m201349) HM
The elevation to the northeast was known as Gallagher Hill. It was owned by John Gallagher who was born 1784 in Donegal County, Ireland. Coming to America 12 Aug 1812, he was a Lawrence County official by 1822. Later known as Science Hill, the . . . — — Map (db m69668) HM
General Leroy Pope Walker was born 7 Feb 1817 in Madison County, Al., son of John W. Walker (1784~1823). John was House Speaker of the AL Territory, the first constitutional convention president, the first US AL senator, and namesake of Walker . . . — — Map (db m69669) HM
Born on this site about 1820 to Phillip and Sarah Roddy, Phillip Dale Roddy grew up in poverty. His father a saddle maker and War of 1812 veteran, was one of the earliest murder victims in Moulton. Phillip Dale was raised by his mother and received . . . — — Map (db m69674) HM
The High Town Path was an Indian Trail extending from Charles Town, SC to
Chickasaw Bluffs at Memphis, TN. The Path was named after High Town located at the forks of the Etowah and Oostenalla Rivers near
Rome, Georgia.
The path traversed the . . . — — Map (db m179053) HM
A scientist of national fame, Peters (1810-1888) lived for many years in Moulton with his wife Naomi (Leetch), a relative of President James K. Polk, who possibly visited here. A man of many talents, Peters was a noted linguist, early civil rights . . . — — Map (db m69670) HM
Tribute to our
Vietnam Veterans
Obedient to duty's call
Many to return injured
9 never to return
Herman Lee Cooper
Willie Frank Garner
Benjamin Harris
Artie Terry
Jeffery W. Smith
Ray Anthony Rhodes
Harold Laverol . . . — — Map (db m69673) WM
Built between 1818 and 1820 with slave labor by William Leetch,
the house was constructed of hand-hewed logs and covered with
wood siding soon after. William's wife, Naomi Knox Leetch, was
visited here by her nephew, future President James Knox . . . — — Map (db m201348) HM
Moulton Church of Christ is one of the oldest congregations of the Churches of Christ in Alabama. It was born of the Restoration Movement which sought to restore the Christian Church to its biblical roots. The movement began in both Europe and . . . — — Map (db m201353) HM
Near this site in the 1920's a school was constructed with funds and labor from the African~American Community along with funds from the Public, Whites and the Rosenwald Foundation. In the 1950's new buildings replaced the wooden structures. Most of . . . — — Map (db m195203) HM
First known as the Peerson Cemetery, it later became the McKelvey Cemetery and still carries that name. Buried here are some early Moulton pioneers and merchants, Veterans of the War of 1812 and Civil War, each contributed to Moulton's early . . . — — Map (db m84312) HM
In the early 1800s, settlers of Scots-Irish and Indian ancestry
begin moving into this area. These mountain people homesteaded
small tracts of property on public domain lands of poor sandy
soil and rugged terrain. According to tradition, the old . . . — — Map (db m153225) HM
On this site in 1871 former slaves constructed one of the first churches and schools for African Americans in Moulton. The Colored Methodist purchased most of the materials used for the building. Mr. and Mrs Isaac Nabors Owen gave land for the . . . — — Map (db m195205) HM
The Hot Spot
c. 1945
has been listed in the
Alabama Register of
Landmarks and Heritage
by the Alabama
Historical Commission
June 27, 2019 — — Map (db m195208) HM
This area was the home to Indians, settlers, people of mixed ancestry and their descendants. Local bluff shelters contain evidence of occupation from Paleo Indian (10,000 BC) through the Mississippian Period (1540 AD). Chief Tuscaloosa (Black . . . — — Map (db m84313) HM
Ca. 1875-1947. Faith healer. Fortune teller and finder of lost things. His yard filled every Sunday with seekers from near and far. Buried here. — — Map (db m239806) HM
The Oakville Indian Mounds Museum is based on a seven sided Cherokee council house. This type of council house was used during the cooler months and an open sided rectangular pavilion during warmer weather. The descriptions used for the museum's . . . — — Map (db m84314) HM
In the early 1800's Cherokees of this area were under the leadership of Doublehead and Tahlonteskee. After Doublehead's assassination in 1807, Tahlonteskee notified President Jefferson that he and his people were ready to move west. In 1808 . . . — — Map (db m36030) HM
Copena Indians built this mound with baskets of dirt some 2000 years ago. The Copena name was derived from their use of copper and galena (lead ore) found in their burials along with gorgets and celts. The mounds were a burial site with the dead . . . — — Map (db m84315) HM
Black Warriors' Path played a critical role as a route for Creek Removal. On December 19, 1835, some 511 Creek emigrants passed along the path through present ~ day Oakville Indian Mounds Park. In September 1836, a group of Creeks left Tallassee in . . . — — Map (db m36027) HM
Doublehead, (c1744-1807), aka Dsugweladegi or Chuqualatague, was the son of Great Eagle (Willenawah) and grandson of Moytoy. Among his siblings were Pumpkin Boy, Old Tassel and the unnamed grandmother of Sequoyah. After his sister's son John Watts . . . — — Map (db m84316) HM
Five Historic Indian tribes lived in this area. By 1701, The Yuchi were living at the shoals on the Tennessee River. In early 1700s the Yuchi left, some moving to the Cherokee Nation on the Hiwassee River, TN and others to Chattahoochee River, GA. . . . — — Map (db m36040) HM
Born near this site 12 September 1913 to Henry Cleveland and Emma (Fitzgerald) Owens, who were sharecroppers and the offspring of freed slaves, Jesse was destined to attain immortality in the 1936 Olympic Games at Berlin, Germany. Although he moved . . . — — Map (db m80969) HM
Jesse Owens track career started in high school when one day in gym class, the students were timed in the 60-yard dash. Coach Charlie Riley saw the raw, yet natural talent that young Jesse had and immediately invited him to run for the track team. . . . — — Map (db m80943) HM
He inspired a world enslaved in tyranny
and brought hope to his fellow man...
from the cottonfields of Oakville to the
acclaim of the entire world. He made us
all proud to be called Lawrence Countians.
Dedicated October, 1983 . . . — — Map (db m180484) HM
Rising 27 feet high, this is the largest woodland mound in Alabama, with a base covering 1.8 acres and a flat top of over one acre. Built by prehistoric Copena Indians, the mound is 2,000 years old and constructed from earth probably carried one . . . — — Map (db m84317) HM
On 26 Apr 1863, a Union raiding party of 1500 including the 51st and 73rd IN, 3rd OH, 18th IL, and local men from two companies of the 1st AL Calvary left Tuscumbia for Russellville. Led by Col. Abel Streight, their objective was to cut Confederate . . . — — Map (db m84318) HM
Based on the large number of local mounds and artifacts, this site shows evidence of Indian occupation over 2000 years ago. According to tradition about 1780, Oakville became a Cherokee town located on Black Warriors' Path. By the early 1820's, . . . — — Map (db m36036) HM
In January 1933, just before TVA was formed, the US Army corps of Engineers began working on Wheeler Lock and Dam to improve navigation on the treacherous upper Muscle Shoals and Elk river Shoals.
When TVA was created that May, it took over . . . — — Map (db m229351) HM
Many people may not relize that NASA’s first voyage to the moon was intended to travel through the lock at TVA's Wheeler Dam. NASA planned to ship its Saturn rocket booster (which would eventually carry astrounts to the moon for the Apollo program . . . — — Map (db m229349) HM
Built on this site in 1921, the store was a vital enterprise and local gathering place for African American residents of Town Creek and the surrounding rural communities. The Rev. O. C. Stanley owned and operated the business for more than six . . . — — Map (db m192089) HM
This mansion, located about one mile east, was placed on the National Register of Historic places 1 Oct 1974. Built by Turner Saunders (1782-1853) on property purchased 9 April 1833, the house may have an earlier construction date.
Revolutionary . . . — — Map (db m37281) HM
The Tennessee River has its headwaters in the mountains of Tennessee, Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. The main stream forms at Knoxville, where the Houston and the French Broad Rivers join. The valley, 41,000 square miles in area, receives . . . — — Map (db m47486) HM
Form the late 1700's to 1807 a Cherokee Chief named Doublehead guarded this area, that was claimed by both the Cherokee and Chickasaw Nations as sacred hunting grounds against encroachment of white settlers.
Chief Doublehead had the reputation . . . — — Map (db m84646) HM
(side 1)
This small dwelling is the last reminder of "Boxwood" plantation, the home of the Elliot family, and later of the Nevilles. Built-in 1854 of slave-made brick and occupied by the household servants it is one of the few brick . . . — — Map (db m114719) HM
In 1897, county officials ordered that the jail be remodeled.
The wood floor was replaced with cement. Hammocks
replaced straw bedding. Sewer lines, water closets and
wash basins were installed.
Bunks
4 hammocks, to be 28 . . . — — Map (db m242657) HM
Built in 1887, only 12 years after the
invention of the telephone, this building
served as Lawrence County's first
telephone exchange. Located on the
corner of First and Main, this building was
in the river port's center of commerce. . . . — — Map (db m242453) HM
The cabin before you is a good example of the kind of home built in early Powhatan.
A structure like this cabin, made of hand-hewn cypress logs, could be built
quickly with a few simple tools. Though its exact construction date is not
known, . . . — — Map (db m242579) HM
In early Powhatan, the kitchen was the center of life.
Just as we do today, the people who lived in Powhatan need a central place to store and prepare food.
While most people prepared their meals in the fireplace, wealthier families . . . — — Map (db m242583) HM
In 1815 Lawrence County was formed from the Territory of Missouri. It became part of the Arkansas Territory in 1819 when Missouri became a state. Thirty-one other counties were formed from Lawrence County, giving it the name, "Mother of Counties." . . . — — Map (db m155965) HM
You are facing the Powhatan Jail
Designed by John D. Edwards, this is a rare example
of a stone military blockhouse.
Lawrence County, is known as the "Mother of Counties". In 1815,
Lawrence County formed this northern region of . . . — — Map (db m242636) HM
For early Powhatan, this river was the source of life and connection to the outside world.
The river originates in Missouri, north of Johnson's Shut-Ins and flows south into the White River at Jacksonport. Powhatan is the northern
most . . . — — Map (db m242391) HM
The Powhatan jail housed prisoners for 57 years. Due to increasing security problems, the jail closed in the 1920s A new jail at Walnut Ridge replaced this one after World War 1.
From 1850 an 1935 this building was a canning kitchen. From . . . — — Map (db m242656) HM
Skirmish near Smithville
After the March 1862 Battle of Pea Ridge, Union troops moved into northern Arkansas. The 5th Illinois Cavalry under Maj. A.H. Seley occupied Smithville. On June 17, a local woman warned a patrol of the 5th that . . . — — Map (db m170473) HM
The Civil War in Lawrence County
Smithville was the Lawrence County seat in 1861, and while most residents supported secession, others stayed loyal to the Union. At least 17 Confederate companies were raised in the county. Other troops . . . — — Map (db m170478) HM
In memory of
The Men of the 7th AR Volunteer
Infantry Regiment CSA
organized here at Smithville on
June 16, 1861
The unit when organized
contained 1,250 men making it
one of the largest units
organized.
Their sacrifice, . . . — — Map (db m170760) WM
A quiet night in 1964 was interrupted by the unusual sound of an airliner approaching Walnut Ridge Airport. Its arrival sparked enough interest that three local teens went to investigate, only to discover John, Paul, Ringo and George walking from . . . — — Map (db m170608) HM
Born along Rock 'n' Roll Highway 67 in
Pocahontas, Billy Lee Riley was known for
fronting one of the hottest rock bands on
the touring circuit. His four years at Sun
Records resulted in a number of singles
that influenced rock musicians for . . . — — Map (db m170391) HM
Carl Perkins delivered what many consider
the first big hit of rock 'n' roll music.
His "Blue Suede Shoes" in 1956 shot
to number one across a broad range of
music charts and became the first million-
selling single for Sun Records.
Perkins . . . — — Map (db m170395) HM
Sons and grandsons of Sgt. Luther S. Clark and Aurora C. Clark of Black Rock, AR who served in the military.
Sons
Major Chester M Clark, Army Air Corps •
Cm-3 Millard M Clark, Navy •
TS/3 Lavelle Clark, Army •
S/Sgt. C Leroy Clark, . . . — — Map (db m174063) WM
Honoring the men of the Arkansas National Guard Company A, 2nd Battalion stationed in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas for selfless service. — — Map (db m174006) WM
With an astounding 55 number one hits to
his credit, Conway Twitty was a legendary
performer. Bụt while he is remembered
best as a country superstar, he started
his career and scored his first big hit as a
rockabilly singer. . . . — — Map (db m170389) HM
CMSGT Gerald C Freligh Sr. USAF
WWII, Korea, Vietnam
November 13, 1941- July 1 1974
BSM, AFCM, MSM
Maj. Gerald C. Freligh Jr. USA
September 29 1978 - September 29 1995 Special Forces "Green Beret"
USA/Europe/Asia/Latin . . . — — Map (db m174048) WM
Master Sergeant Carter Holm, US Army 43rd Combat Engineer 1941-1945 •
LTC. Betty L Holm, US Army - Logistics, Daughter •
1Sgt. James Carter Holm, US Army - Combat Engineer, Grandson •
MSgt. Jacob Holm, US Air Force - Security Forces, . . . — — Map (db m174050) WM
2nd LT John W Gillette III 11-15-42 •
CPL Donald H Bucklin 11-15-42 •
Cadet Charles E Thiede, 12-1-42 •
2ND LT Harry B House, 1-4-43 •
2nd LT Frank W Roberts, 1-29-43 •
2nd LT Arthur Krasne, 1-29-43 •
Cadet, William M Cosine Jr., . . . — — Map (db m175050) WM
"Great Balls of Fire” was his signature hit, and the title could just, as easily
have described Jerry Lee Lewis himself. His unbounded energy on the
stage made Jerry Lee a nearly unrivaled performer, unlike anything most crowds had ever . . . — — Map (db m170386) HM
Northeast Arkansas native Johnny Cash
brought his own style to Rock 'n' Roll
Highway 67. His music was more country
than rock, but he produced an innovative
sound that enthralled fans for over five
decades.
Most of Johnny's shows along Rock . . . — — Map (db m170304) HM
This area is named in honor of Dr. J.T. Midkiff, who served
Southern Baptist College from 1956-1974. He held several
positions including Professor of Social Science, Dean of Men,
and Director of the Baptist Student Union. He was known . . . — — Map (db m224285) HM
Before his trademark dark,
glasses and “Oh, Pretty Woman”.
made him a legend Roy Orbison
was a regular performer along
Rock 'n' Roll Highway 67. As a
recording artist with Sun Records
in the 1950s, Orbison was among
the musicians . . . — — Map (db m170402) HM
Rock' n' Roll Highway 67 is more than
a collection of venues for Albert Austin
"Sonny" Burgess. It is home. The
rockabilly pioneer has always made his
home in Newport, and it was there that
he first made his name as an outstanding
musical . . . — — Map (db m170388) HM
Engineer - Top Turret Gunner
B-17 Flying Fortress - WWII
On September 27, 1943 his aircraft the Elusive Elcy was attacked by enemy aircraft near Norden, Germany. A giant explosion severed the left wing. Sgt. Roberts and 9 other crew . . . — — Map (db m174047) HM WM
Much of what we currently know and enjoy
as Walnut Ridge is built upon the work of an
enterprising, 19th Century businessman by the
name of John Rhea. His life, and even his death,
are the stuff of local legend.
John A. Rhea was born in . . . — — Map (db m170301) HM
In memory of our Lawrence Co Sons who made the supreme sacrifice in service for our country.
In memory of our Lawrence Co. Officers who gave their life in service for our community.
Gene Matthews •
John Biggers — — Map (db m170242) WM
Wanda Jackson created a sensation
in rockabilly music, and on Rock 'n'
Roll Highway 67. In-a music industry
dominated at the time by male performers,
Wanda stormed onto the scene while still a
teenager.
Porky's Roof Top in Newport was . . . — — Map (db m170965) HM
From the farm fields of Walnut Ridge to sold-out
halls in Chicago, Washboard Sam became a major
player on the blues scene in the 1930s and '40s.
Born Robert Brown on July 15, 1910, Washboard
Sam was a native son of Walnut Ridge, where
he was . . . — — Map (db m170300) HM
We, the residence of Lawrence Co., erect this memorial to express our love and most sincere appreciation for the distinguished service displayed by our troops in protecting and preserving our freedoms During the Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, . . . — — Map (db m169765) WM
Newell Mock had a love for photography and a camera always at the ready. He captured these black and white images on September 20, 1964 as the Beatles returned to Walnut Ridge Airport from their weekend vacation at Pigman's Ranch in Missouri. John . . . — — Map (db m170243) HM
America at war in 1942 needed new bases to complete the training of its Army Air Corps cadets before they joined combat groups overseas. "Allison Prairie" in Lawrence County, Illinois, provided ideal conditions for a field due to its size and varied . . . — — Map (db m178179) HM
"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." - The Golden Rule
Founded by Michael Andrew Rooney, November 16, 1940. Golden Rule Insurance was originally headquartered in the Rooney home at 600 State St., Lawrenceville. History records . . . — — Map (db m178171) HM
The Lawrence County Courthouse, completed in 1889, is the third courthouse on this site. The first was built in 1824, the second in 1842.
On May 21, 1886, the Lawrence County Board of Supervisors met and determined that their existing . . . — — Map (db m178170) HM
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