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The largest earthquake in American history, the New Madrid Earthquake occurred in the winter of 1811-12 in northwestern Tennessee. Reelfoot Lake located in Obion and Lake Counties was formed during this earthquake. |
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Andrew Johnson, born in Tennessee, held every elective office at the local, state, and federal level, including President of the United States. He was elected alderman, mayor, state representative, and state senator. |
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The Tennessee Aquarium is the largest facility of its kind to focus on fresh water habitat. It features 7,000 animals and 300 species of fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. |
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