Jackson Monument, Capitol Grounds

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Stock #: 14243
Type: Postcard
Era: Linen
City: Nashville
State: Tennessee (TN)
County: Davidson
Publisher: Capitol News Company
Size: 3.5" x 5.5" (9 x 14 cm)

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On the terrace grounds of the Capitol are several handsome pieces of statuary, a fine equestrian statue of President Jackson, the tomb of President Polk and the Sam Davis Monument. Tennessee State Capitol Building was erected 1845-1853, cost of $2,500,000.00. The architectural idea is that of a Greek Ionic Temple. Located on an eminence 175 feet above the Cumberland River, height of building 75 feet 8 inches

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