Flags of Tennessee

Devereaux Cannon's Flags of Tennessee is a perfect introduction to the fascinating history of the Volunteer State for young readers.

The three stars on the Tennessee flag represent the three cultural divisions of the state—the Grand Divisions—East, Middle, and West Tennessee. Though culturally distinct, the three Tennessees share a common history of exploitation of colonial lands by Spanish, French, and British claims. For many years Tennessee was under the dominion of these flags.

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