The Hillside Tennessee Church which became a Lakeside church

            French Broad Baptist Church, east of Dandridge in Jefferson County.
From AI:
Construction of the Church Building:
1919 Building: The present brick church building was constructed in 1919, reflecting the church's growth and the community's development. However, this structure faced significant challenges soon after its completion.

Impact of the Great Flood:
Douglas Dam and Flooding: The construction of the Douglas Dam by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) in the early 1940s led to significant flooding in the area. This flood posed a direct threat to the church, nearly destroying it. 
Fannie Burnett Swan's Advocacy: A notable church member, Fannie Burnett Swan, played a crucial role in saving the church. She wrote numerous letters to political figures, including President Roosevelt and his wife, advocating for protective measures. Her efforts are credited with convincing the TVA to construct dykes to protect the church from further flooding.

Architectural and Cultural Features:
Stained-Glass Windows: One of the most unique features of the French Broad Baptist Church are its stained-glass windows, which were imported from Czechoslovakia, adding to the church's aesthetic and cultural significance.
Location: The church now sits atop a hill, offering both water and mountain views, making it not only a place of worship but also a scenic landmark.
   

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Taken in: United States / Tennessee / Oak Grove (show map)

Taken on: August 3, 2024

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Dandridge

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French Broad

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Sets appears in: • Jefferson & Cocke Co., TN • All things places of worship

Groups appears in: • TENNESSEE • Church Exteriors more » • Geotagged: Tennessee « less

Camera: Canon EOS 80D, f/20.0, 1/800 sec, 21mm, ISO 800 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Canon EOS 80D
Aperture:	f/20.0
Exposure Time:	0.001 sec (1/800)
Focal Length:	21mm
ISO:	800
Exposure Bias:	-2/3 EV
Flash:	Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program:	Program AE
Exposure Mode:	Auto
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
White Balance:	Auto
Color Space:	sRGB
Software:	Picasa
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