Tennessee
The lowest point in Tennessee is 178 feet at the Mississippi River.
Major Rivers are Tennessee River, Mississippi River and major Lakes are Kentucky Lake,
Norris Lake.
Facts
Most of the state has a humid subtropical climate. Generally, the state has hot summers and
mild to cool winters. Tornadoes are possible throughout the state and those can be severe. The
highest temperature recorded in Tennessee is 113°, Fahrenheit. This record high was recorded
on July 29 and August 9, 1930 at Perryville. Lowest Temperature The lowest temperature in
Tennessee, -32°, was recorded on December 30, 1917 at Mountain City.
Tennessee is known as the "Volunteer State" (a nickname earned during the War of 1812
because of the prominent role played by volunteer soldiers from Tennessee, especially during
the Battle of New Orleans).
Some of the famous Tennesseans are for example tina Turner, Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and
Justin Timberlake.
Tennessee is a leading tobacco-producing state.
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