Russellville, Tennessee facts for kids
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Location in Tennessee
Russellville
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Hamblen |
| Founded | 1784 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.05 sq mi (2.71 km2) |
| • Land | 1.04 sq mi (2.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,247 ft (380 m) |
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| • Total | 822 |
| • Density | 791.15/sq mi (305.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
37860
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| Area code(s) | 423 |
| FIPS code | 47-47063 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2804642 |
Russellville is a small community located in Hamblen County, Tennessee. It's a place called a census-designated place, which means it's a special area identified by the government for counting people. You can find Russellville along a main road called U.S. Route 11E. It's about halfway between two other towns, Whitesburg and Morristown.
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Discover Russellville
Russellville is home to about 822 people, according to the 2020 census. It's a quiet community in the beautiful state of Tennessee.
A Glimpse into Russellville's Past
Russellville was started by a person named George Russell in 1784. He was given a large piece of land in what was then Greene County, North Carolina. This was a long time ago, even before Tennessee became a state!
Russellville During the Civil War
During the American Civil War, Russellville played a small but important role. A Confederate general named James Longstreet set up his main office in a house there. This happened in December 1863, right after a battle nearby. His army stayed in Russellville for the winter of 1863-1864.
That house where General Longstreet stayed is still standing today. It has been turned into a museum called The General Longstreet Museum. Another general, Lafayette McLaws, also stayed in a house nearby. This house was originally a tavern, a type of inn, built by early settlers.
The Bethesda Presbyterian Church was used as a hospital during the war. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's a very important historical building.
A Local Hero: Edward R. Talley
An important person named Edward R. Talley was born in Russellville in 1890. He joined the United States Army and fought in France during World War I. He was a sergeant and showed great bravery in action in 1918.
For his brave actions, Edward R. Talley was awarded the Medal of Honor. This is the highest award a soldier can receive for bravery. He passed away in 1950 and is buried in a nearby cemetery.
Russellville Today
Today, parts of the Russellville community have become part of the nearby city of Morristown. This includes an area with businesses and factories called an industrial park.
