Sevier Collection

"Sevier: A Portrait of Resilience and Legacy" In the heartland of America, amidst the picturesque landscapes County, Tennessee

PREV2A-00031
John Sevier Hand-colored woodcut of a portrait

Sevier Collection: America - Rescue OF Sevier, Knoxville

America - Rescue OF Sevier, Knoxville
Rescue Of John Sevier in Knoxville 1782

Sevier Collection: TENNESSEE: FARM HOUSE, 1936. Home of Hettie Walker in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee

TENNESSEE: FARM HOUSE, 1936. Home of Hettie Walker in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee. Photographed by Edouard E. Exline, 21 May 1936

Sevier Collection: TENNESSEE: FARM HOUSE, 1936. The Walker Family Farm in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee

TENNESSEE: FARM HOUSE, 1936. The Walker Family Farm in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee. Photograph by Edouard E. Exline, 21 May 1936

John Sevier
JOHN SEVIER American soldier and statesman Date: 1745 - 1815

Sevier Collection: TENNESSEE: CORN CRIB, 1936. Corn crib on the Walker Family Farm in Gatlinburg, Sevier County

TENNESSEE: CORN CRIB, 1936. Corn crib on the Walker Family Farm in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee. Hettie Walker (left) stands with another family member. Photograph by Edouard E

Sevier Collection: TENNESSEE: COTTON GIN, 1936. Sisters Hettie, Martha, and Louisa Walker ginning

TENNESSEE: COTTON GIN, 1936. Sisters Hettie, Martha, and Louisa Walker ginning cotton on their farm in Gatlinburg, Sevier County, Tennessee. Photograph by Edouard E. Exline, May 21, 1936

Sevier Collection: JOHN SEVIER (1745-1815). American soldier and politician

JOHN SEVIER (1745-1815). American soldier and politician. Oil on canvas, by Charles Willson Peale (1741-1827)

Sevier Collection: JOHN SEVIER (1745-1815). American soldier and politician. Rescue of Sevier

JOHN SEVIER (1745-1815). American soldier and politician. Rescue of Sevier. Wood engraving, 1885, after Howard Pyle

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"Sevier: A Portrait of Resilience and Legacy" In the heartland of America, amidst the picturesque landscapes County, Tennessee, lies a rich tapestry of history and heritage. From the captivating portrait of a woman (PREV2A-00031) to the heroic tale of America's rescue in Knoxville, one name stands tall - John Sevier. John Sevier, an illustrious American soldier and politician, left an indelible mark on this land. His unwavering courage and leadership are immortalized in wood engravings by Charles Willson Peale and Howard Pyle. Through their artistry, we glimpse into his remarkable life that shaped the destiny of a nation. Traveling back to 1936 brings us to Gatlinburg, where Hettie Walker's farmhouse stood as a testament to hard work and perseverance. The Walker Family Farm (TENNESSEE: FARM HOUSE) was not just a homestead but also a symbol of resilience in Sevier County. Nearby stood a corn crib (TENNESSEE: CORN CRIB), preserving bountiful harvests year after year. The spirit of community thrived within these lands as seen through Sisters Hettie, Martha, and Louisa Walker diligently ginning cotton at their family farm's cotton gin (TENNESSEE: COTTON GIN). Their dedication echoed throughout generations who called Sevier County home. Sevier's legacy lives on through every corner touched by his influence. As we explore this captivating region today, we can't help but be captivated by its natural beauty intertwined with tales from yesteryears, and is here that history comes alive; it is here that John Sevier's spirit remains eternally present. Let us embrace the allure - where past meets present in perfect harmony; where stories unfold like chapters in an epic novel; where the echoes of a remarkable man's journey continue to resonate through time.