William C. Oates

Historical marker location:

1244 Upper Wetumpka Road, Montgomery, Alabama

( Marker can be reached from the intersection of Stella Street and Clarmont Avenue.)

Marker installed: 1910

Alabama was the birthplace of some of the most famous musicians in history, including Hank Williams, Nat King Cole, and W.C. Handy, who is often referred to as the "Father of the Blues."