STATEMENT: Fleischmann Celebrates Anniversary of Tennessee's Statehood
CHATTANOOGA, TN — Congressman Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) issued the following statement in celebration of the 222nd anniversary of Tennessee's statehood:
"On June 1, 1796, the future of our great state was decided with a vote in Knoxville as Tennessee became the 16th state to join the Union," said Congressman Fleischmann. "Today, we look back on the many accomplishments of the Volunteer State – from the instrumental role of Oak Ridge in leading our country to victory during WWII to the creation of one of the first bottles of America's iconic drink, Coca – Cola, in Chattanooga. It is said that that the name of our state was derived from the Native American word meaning "meeting place", and time has shown Tennessee to be a place where influential minds have come together to produce ideas and innovations that have shaped the future of our nation. Please join me in celebrating 222 years of statehood. Happy Birthday Tennessee!"