Sylvan Park School
Historical marker location:
4710 Utah Ave, Nashville, Tennessee
( Marker is at the intersection of 48th Avenue North and Utah Avenue, on the left when traveling north on 48th Avenue North.)
Marker installed: 2013
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The famous Battle of Franklin during the Civil War was one of the deadliest battles of the conflict. It took place on November 30, 1864, and resulted in over 8,000 casualties, including over 2,000 deaths.
About Davidson County
Davidson County Timeline
Davidson County, Tennessee is an area rich in history that dates back thousands of years. The region was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Chickasaw and the Shawnee. European explorers, most notably French traders, began to explore the area in the 18th century.
The county is named after General William Lee Davidson, a North Carolina militia officer who was killed in the Revolutionary War. Davidson County was established in 1783, making it one of the oldest counties in Tennessee. The city of Nashville, which is the county seat, was founded soon after, in 1780.
Throughout its history, Davidson County has played a significant role in the development of Tennessee and the United States. In the early 19th century, Nashville became a hub for trade and transportation, as well as a center for education and culture. The city thrived as a port along the Cumberland River and became an important cotton trading hub.
During the Civil War, Davidson County witnessed several significant events. The Battle of Nashville, a major Union victory, took place here in 1864 and marked a turning point in the war. The city also served as a center for the Union's military operations throughout the region.
In the decades following the Civil War, Davidson County continued to grow and evolve. It became known as the "Athens of the South" for its esteemed institutions of higher education, including Vanderbilt University and Fisk University. Today, Davidson County remains a cultural and economic center of Tennessee, with a flourishing music scene, lively downtown area, and a diverse population.
The county is named after General William Lee Davidson, a North Carolina militia officer who was killed in the Revolutionary War. Davidson County was established in 1783, making it one of the oldest counties in Tennessee. The city of Nashville, which is the county seat, was founded soon after, in 1780.
Throughout its history, Davidson County has played a significant role in the development of Tennessee and the United States. In the early 19th century, Nashville became a hub for trade and transportation, as well as a center for education and culture. The city thrived as a port along the Cumberland River and became an important cotton trading hub.
During the Civil War, Davidson County witnessed several significant events. The Battle of Nashville, a major Union victory, took place here in 1864 and marked a turning point in the war. The city also served as a center for the Union's military operations throughout the region.
In the decades following the Civil War, Davidson County continued to grow and evolve. It became known as the "Athens of the South" for its esteemed institutions of higher education, including Vanderbilt University and Fisk University. Today, Davidson County remains a cultural and economic center of Tennessee, with a flourishing music scene, lively downtown area, and a diverse population.
Davidson County Timeline
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Davidson County, Tennessee.
- 1783 – Davidson County is created by the North Carolina legislature and named in honor of William Lee Davidson.
- 1784 – Nashville is established as the county seat of Davidson County.
- 1806 – The Tennessee State Capitol building, also located in Davidson County, is completed.
- 1812 – A new courthouse is constructed in Nashville.
- 1861 – Tennessee secedes from the Union and joins the Confederacy during the American Civil War.
- 1864 – Nashville becomes the first Confederate state capital to fall to Union forces during the Civil War.
- 1868 – The Tennessee State Capitol building is restored and reopened after being damaged during the Civil War.
- 1871 – A new Davidson County Courthouse is constructed in Nashville to replace the previous one.
- 1963 – The Parthenon replica in Centennial Park is completed, becoming a popular tourist attraction in Davidson County.
- 1997 – Riverfront Park, a waterfront park along the Cumberland River, is opened in downtown Nashville.
- 2010 – The 2010 flood devastates parts of Davidson County, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure.