More Signs of the Past

"More Signs of the Past" is a supplement to the earlier 2010 book "Signs of the Past" by David Curott. These two histories present photos of historical markers and descriptive information reminding us of the rich heritage of these three counties. Both available at Florence-Lauderdale Public Library family-history desk, the Franklin County Archive in Russellville, and various book stores. Softcover "More Signs of the Past" $19.95; . . . . . Hardcover "Signs of the Past" $34.95

Monday, March 3, 2014

LOCK 6 & The MUSCLE SHOALS CANAL

Lock 6 & Muscle Shoals Canal

On April 6, 2011, Killen, AL, unveiled this marker

In the 19th century, before the damming of the Tennessee, a series of locks and canals were constructed to carry river traffic around the numerous "shoals".