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Col. Thomas Kennedy Gordon Marker

Serving under Gen. Andrew Jackson as captain in the War of 1812, he became a lifelong friend of ailing Jackson in Creek War when he said to him, "General I'll stay, will die with you," as others threatened to leave. Pioneer settler of Brick Church, attained rank of colonel in Tennessee Militia, member of 18th and 21st Tennessee General Assemblies.
 

This marker is certainly deserving of Col. Gordon, unfortunately, it is placed incorrectly. The grave which it now stands beside is that of Col. Gordon's son. Thomas Kennedy Gordon is buried approximately 1 mile away at the corner of Buford Station Road and Hart Leonard Road in the old Lane family cemetery. This rather large cemetery cannot be seen from the road as it is overgrown and uncared for. I have seen the plot personally and can verify its existence. This cemetery also contains one of the oldest known burials in Giles County, TN and has great historical significance despite its neglected state.

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