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Address and Phone:
Old City Cemetery
Dyersburg, TN 38024

Phone: (731) 285-3433

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General Strahl's Cannon

City: Dyersburg, TN
Region: West Tennessee

Made in 1820 and originally a main deck gun on the USS Independence during the Mexican War. Used by Confederates in land battles in Civil War. Now rests in old City Cemetery beside the grave of General Otho French Strahl, local Civil War hero.

Located in Old City Cemetery in historic downtown Dyersburg.

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Newbern Depot & Railroad Museum

Dyer County Courthouse

Places to stay

Looking for a place to rest between adventures? Here’s a quick list of nearby places to stay.

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Date: Nov 6, 2009 - Nov 8, 2009
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