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The city of Kingston served as Tennessee's state capital for one day (September 21, 1807) as a result of treaties negotiated with the Cherokee Indians. The two-hour legislative session passed two resolutions and adjourned back to Knoxville. |
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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 Ocoee River in southeastern Tennessee is rated among the top white water recreational rivers in the nation and was the site for the Olympic white water canoe/kayak competition in the 1996 Olympics. |
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