Opening with the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Creek tribes that inhabited areas of the Eastern States and the treaties made between them and the new settlers, this publication covers the early history of Giles County, Tennessee. Following the organization of the county in November of 1809, this publication covers the settlement and development of several townships, documenting their residents, society, religious influences, trades, farming, and politics. A list of representatives and senators in the legislature of Tennessee, as well as a discussion on the origin of land titles are also included in this work, along with an index to full names, places, and subjects.