Greeneville is a town in Greene County, Tennessee and the county seat. It is located about halfway between Bays Mountain and the Bald Mountains— part of the main Appalachian crest. The town is known as the capital of the 18th century State of Franklin and as the town where United States President Andrew Johnson began his political career. Andrew Johnson National Historic Site in Greeneville, Tennessee was established to honor Andrew Johnson, the 17th President of the United States. Andrew Johnson National Cemetery is part of the National Historic Site. The Dickson-Williams Mansion is a beautifully restored pre-Civil War plantation type mansion. Greeneville is known all over the country for hosting the Green County Fair.

Andrew Johnson National Historic Site

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Andrew Johnson National Cemetery

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