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What's on this shirt
Old-school engraved artwork in burnt orange: the sun coming up over the railroad tracks, a steam locomotive, the depot and downtown, Jackson arched across the top and est. 1821 underneath.
1821 is when it started. Jackson sits on land opened up by an 1818 treaty, and Madison County was formed in 1821. The town was first called Alexandria, then renamed Jackson in 1822 to honor Andrew Jackson, who had negotiated that treaty and later became president.
Gift idea: A good pick for the history buff, or anyone whose family has been in Jackson for generations.
Questions about this shirt
Why does it say est. 1821?
Madison County was formed in 1821, and the town that became Jackson grew up on land opened by an 1818 treaty.
Why is it called Jackson?
The town was first named Alexandria, then renamed Jackson in 1822 in honor of Andrew Jackson, who later became president.
What sizes and colors does it come in?
Sizes S to 3XL in 12 colors: Black, Natural, Sand, White, Sport Grey, Ash, Light Blue, Navy, Forest Green, Maroon, Military Green, Charcoal. Every size is $29.
How is it made?
Heavyweight 100% cotton, classic unisex fit. Each shirt is printed to order in the USA when you buy it.
Can I return or exchange it?
Each shirt is printed to order, so we can't take returns or exchanges for size or a change of mind. If it arrives misprinted or damaged, tell us within 30 days with a photo and we'll replace or refund it, free. Check the size chart above before you order.
A little Jackson history
Jackson sits on land acquired from the Chickasaw by an 1818 treaty negotiated by Andrew Jackson. Settlers moved in fast, and Madison County was formed in 1821. The town was first called Alexandria, then renamed Jackson in 1822 to honor Andrew Jackson, who later became president.
The Forked Deer River made Jackson a natural trading crossroads, and the rich soil around it built a cotton economy. Rail arrived in 1857, and lines like the Illinois Central and Mobile and Ohio turned Jackson into a real commercial hub. That's where Casey Jones comes in. He was an Illinois Central engineer who died in a 1900 train collision and became the city's most famous name.
Jackson kept growing through the 20th century as a West Tennessee trade center, and the city's history is still visible downtown and at Casey Jones Village, which preserves his home and the old railroad story.
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