Joseph Rogers (pioneer)
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.
Joseph Rogers | |
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Joseph Rogers | |
| Born | 21 August 1764 County Tyrone, Ireland |
| Died | 6 October 1833 (aged 69) Rogersville, Tennessee |
| Occupation(s) | Postmaster, settler, tavern keeper |
| Known for | Founding Rogersville, Tennessee |
| Spouse | Mary Amis |
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