This Location
As part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s “New Deal,” the Civilian Conservation Corps spent more than three years at Camp Warnick Robb atop the mountain west of Pikeville in the 1930s. Among District C Company 1466’s accomplishments were 80 miles of improved truck roads, six fire towers over a 25-mile radius, telephone lines connecting the mountaintop system, and 300 acres of forest planted. The camp provided important jobs to unemployed men in the area.
Bledsoe County and the Sequatchie Valley
The first settlers entered the Sequatchie Valley in the late 1700s through Bledsoe County, named for Anthony Bledsoe, a Revolutionary War patriot who migrated to Tennessee from Virginia and was later killed in an Indian attack. With stories of family feuds, moonshine wars, and Civil War conflict, the area’s rich history resulted in the nickname “Bloody Bledsoe” a century ago. Today, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, friendly people, and unique landscapes you will encounter.
The BledsoeGeo GeoTour
The BledsoeGeo GeoTour invites you to explore the history, outdoor adventure, great food, charming towns and spectacular views as you discover the stories and beauty of Bledsoe County and the Sequatchie Valley. Download your passport and begin your adventure here.