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The city of Knoxville, Tennessee, was named after Henry Knox, who served as the first Secretary of War under President George Washington. The name was chosen in 1791 when the city was established as the capital of the Southwest Territory. Knox played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War and was influential in the early formation of the United States.
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Was Knoxville named after James K. Polk?
The city of Knoxville was named for Henry Knox, the first United States Secretary of War, not after James Knox Polk.
Is Knoxville a city or state?
Knoxville is a city in Tennessee.
When was City of Knoxville Fire Department created?
City of Knoxville Fire Department was created in 1885.
What is the area of Old City Knoxville?
The area of Old City - Knoxville - is 133,546.2619392 square meters.
A city in tennesse?
which city there are plenty there are nashville memphis, knoxville, chattanoga, and those are only some
What county is Knoxville Tennessee in?
Knoxville is a city located in northeast Tennessee. If traveling to Knoxville from Tennessee's capital of Nashville, one can travel east along I-40 to reach this beautiful city.
What is bigger Louisville or Knoxville?
Louisville is approximately twice the size of Knoxville in regards to area. The population of Louisville is 253128 whereas the population of Knoxville is 182200.
What is the major city of East Tennessee?
knoxville
Where is the Fountain City Branch Library in Knoxville located?
The address of the Fountain City Branch Library is: 5300 Stanton Road, Knoxville, 37918 3345
Why was jonny Knoxville named jonny Knoxville?
Philip Clap changed his name to Johnny Knoxville because he was a major fan of Johnny Cash (he even bought one of his properties before he died) and his hometown was Knoxville, Tennessee
What are the three biggest city?
Memphis, Nashville & Knoxville
Which city is between Cincinnati and Knoxville?
Lexington, Kentucky would be the largest city.
