Settled 1734 by Benjamin Chambers, who laid out "Chambers Town" in 1764. Seat of Franklin County since 1784. Scene of Civil War events: Raided by "Jeb" Stuart, 1862; occupied by Confederates in 1863; and burned by them in 1864.

Marker is at the intersection of US 11 and Roland Ave., on the right when traveling south on US 11.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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