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Vernon Presley

Itawamba County, Mississippi
· father of Elvis Presley
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Vernon Presley, father of Elvis Presley, was born here on April 10, 1916 to Jesse Dee Presley and Minnie Mae Hood. Research on the site was based on crucial information provided by Presley cousin Mackey Hargett, whose friendship and visits with Vernon Presley and his family occurred over a period of 20 years. This location is included in some extended tours of Elvis' Birthplace.
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