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County and town histories often include biographical sketches of local residents, or mention military units in which they served. This may be one of the best sources of information for some families. | County and town histories often include biographical sketches of local residents, or mention military units in which they served. This may be one of the best sources of information for some families. | ||
== Brief History == | == Brief History == | ||
The following important events in the history of | The following important events in the history of Tennessee affected political boundaries, record keeping, and family movements. | ||
*'''1584'''<nowiki>: The region of Tennessee was included in the English land grant to Sir Walter Raleigh.</nowiki> | *'''1584'''<nowiki>: The region of Tennessee was included in the English land grant to Sir Walter Raleigh.</nowiki> | ||