Thomas Embree

Historical marker location:

101 Matthews Mill Rd, Telford, Tennessee

( Marker is at the intersection of Old State Route 34 (State Highway 353) and Matthews Mill Road, on the right when traveling west on Old State Route 34.)

0.8 mi. →.

The famous frontiersman Davy Crockett served as a U.S. congressman from Tennessee from 1827 to 1835. He became a national celebrity during this time, known for his colorful personality and frontier wisdom.