Henderson County, Tennessee
122nd Illinois Infantry Regiment
14 Monroe Avenue
18th Illinois Mounted Infantry
22 Monroe Avenue
24 Monroe Avenue
26 Monroe Avenue
31 Natchez Trace Drive
38 South Main Street
39th Iowa Infantry Regiment
40 South Main Street
42 South Main Street
50 South Main
50th Indiana Infantry Regiment
52 South Main
54 Main Street
58 South Main Street
7th Wisconsin Light Artillery
A Concealed Assault
A Dogged Defense
A Fire Terrible In Its Intensity
A Lull in the Fighting
A Panicked Stampede
A Very Successful Campaign
Battle for Lexington
Battle of Parker's Crossroads
Battlefield Overview
Casualties of War
Civil War Artillery
Confederate Artillery Position
Confederate Horseholders
Cyrus Livingston Dunham
Desperate Fighting
Dibrell's Position
Doe Creek Cemetery
Doe Creek Church and School
Doe Creek School
Dunham Strikes Back
Dunham Takes the Offensive
Dunham's Artillery is Forced to Withdraw
Dunham's Position
Enfilading the Line
Farmers State Bank and FirstBank: A Century of Community Banking
Flight to Safety
Forrest Averts Disaster
Forrest Seizes the Advantage
Forrest's Artillery
Forrest's Artillery Leads the Attack
Forrest's Big Show
Forrest's Raid
Forrest's Raid
Forrest's Tactics
Forrest's West Tennessee Raid
Freeman's Battery
Freeman's Battery
Fuller's Assault
History of Sardis Cemetery
Hometown of Buddy Cannon
Lt. Col. Alonzo Napier
Manning the Guns
Manning the Guns
McPeake Cabin
Mills Darden
Mills Darden
Montgomery High School
Morton's Battery
Napier's Assault on the 39th Iowa
Nathan Bedford Forrest
Parker's Cross Roads
Parker's Crossroads
Parker's Crossroads
Parker's Crossroads City Park
Pleasant Exchange
Prelude to Battle/December 31, 1862—the Battle/Union and Confederate Forces
Prof. B.A. Tucker
Raiders' Escape Route
Red Mound
Reverend R. Swift
Russell & Woodward's Advance
Scotts Hill
Surprise and Chaos
The Battle Begins
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Battle of Parker's Crossroads
The Confederate Escape
The Federal Forces
The Lexington-Huntingdon Road
The Tides of War
Three Desperate Charges
Union Cemetery
Union Wagon Train
Veterans Memorial
Veterans Monument
Withdrawal to the Split-Rail Fence
"Charge Them Both Ways"
"Give 'Em Hell"
"The General Demands An Unconditional Surrender"
In the early years of its formation, Henderson County experienced rapid population growth and economic development. Agriculture, particularly cotton cultivation, became the dominant industry, with plantations and farms dotting the countryside. The growth of the cotton industry led to the introduction of slavery in the region, further shaping the social and economic landscape of Henderson County.
During the Civil War, Henderson County played a crucial role as a strategic transportation hub. The Battle of Lexington, fought in September 1862, was one of the most significant engagements in the county's history. Although a Confederate victory, the county experienced significant destruction and loss of life during the conflict.
After the Civil War, Henderson County entered a period of recovery and rebuilding. Freed slaves sought to create new lives for themselves, establishing schools and churches as centers of their newly won freedom. Economic diversification became a priority, and industries such as timber, livestock, and manufacturing began to emerge. The county's economy gradually shifted away from reliance on agriculture.
Today, Henderson County continues to thrive as a rural community with a rich agricultural heritage. The county is known for its picturesque landscapes and outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hunting, and camping. Henderson County also cherishes its historical roots, with several museums, landmarks, and annual events celebrating its colorful past.
Brief timeline of the history of Henderson County, Tennessee:
- 1790s: European settlers began to arrive in the area that would become Henderson County, Tennessee.
- 1821: Henderson County was officially established as a county in the state of Tennessee.
- 1830s: The county experienced rapid population growth as more settlers arrived in search of fertile land.
- 1840: The county seat was established in the town of Lexington.
- 1861-1865: Henderson County, along with the rest of Tennessee, was divided by the American Civil War.
- 1890s: The railroad arrived in the county, bringing economic development and increased connectivity.
- 1930s: Henderson County, like the rest of the nation, was greatly affected by the Great Depression.
- 1950s-1960s: The county experienced social and cultural changes as civil rights movements gained momentum.
- 2000s: Henderson County continues to thrive with a diverse economy and a growing population.
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Henderson County, Tennessee.