Tennessee Territory to Statehood [Paperback]

Dave Foster (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 18, 2000

This book describes the intrigue-filled times, from 1790 to 1796, when Tennessee was known as the Southwest Territory. The state had an unusual birth, the first to enter the Union by way of a territory. Before joining, the pioneers of the area tested self government more than once. From Watauga Association to Cumberland Compact to the would-be State of Franklin, the citizens ruled themselves without an okay from any outside system.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Genealogists will find an interesting appendix in this book. The author has listed, in family name alphabetical order, the more than one thousand appointments Governor Blount made filling the civil and militia posts during the 6-year period. Foster uses three catagories to help tell the territory story: The settlers, Native Americans and Government. He makes good use of maps, a timeline, photos and population charts.

About the Author

Dave Foster was born in Knoxville and grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee. He earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tennessee. The history bug bit him in 1975. Foster has written two other books, "Franklin the Stillborn State" and "Life in the Orphanage." He and his wife live in Orlando, Florida and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Top Ten Press, Inc; First Edition edition (May 18, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964461323
• ISBN-13: 978-0964461321
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,430,645 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)