Joseph Rogers (pioneer)
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Joseph Rogers (1764–1833) was an Irish-born pioneer and settler who, with his father-in-law Thomas Amis, founded the town of Rogersville, Tennessee in 1789.[1]
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Joseph Rogers | |
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Born | (1764-08-21)21 August 1764 County Tyrone, Ireland |
Died | 6 October 1833(1833-10-06) (aged 69) |
Occupation(s) | Postmaster, settler, tavern keeper |
Known for | Founding Rogersville, Tennessee |
Spouse | Mary Amis |
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