Military
4
Born nearby, Alvan Cullen Gillem graduated from the US Military Academy in 1851. During the Civil War, his duties included serving as Provost Marshall of Nashville and later as Adjt. General of Tennessee, to which he was appointed by Andrew Johnson. He was promoted to Maj. Gen. and commanded the expedition which killed John H. Morgan. His last active service was in Modor War, 1873.
Hear stories like this as you drive
ExploreHere reads historical markers out loud as you pass them: over 325,000 stories across the US. No account needed.
4.7 · 800+ ratings · Free
FIND IT
Gainesboro, Tennessee · United States