Martin Cheairs House
Martin Cheairs House, Greek Revival mansion in Spring Hill, United States
The Martin Cheairs House extends across one acre of land, featuring classical elements and monumental columns characteristic of 1850s residential architecture.
The mansion served as headquarters for Confederate General Earl Van Dorn until his death in 1863, and later for Union Major General David Stanley.
The building represents the architectural preferences of wealthy Southern landowners during the pre-Civil War period in Tennessee.
The National Park Service maintains detailed documentation of the property through registration forms accessible for architectural research and historical studies.
General Earl Van Dorn met his death within the walls of this mansion in 1863 during his tenure as Confederate headquarters commander.
Location: Spring Hill
Inception: 1851
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 35.74806,-86.93167
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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