The first European settlers began moving into Brentwood in the end of the 18th century, during an era when Native Americans from Alabama and Georgia used the area for hunting, which caused a lot of friction, including the famous massacre at the Southerland Mayfield family fort in 1786. During that attack, three men were killed, including Mayfield, and his son was taken and held captive for a decade. Many of the original settlers had been given land grants for their service in the American Revolution. During the American Civil War, in March of 1863, the Confederate Army marched into the Union town with the objective of capturing the railroad. Confederate Brigadier General led a column of men into town after cutting the telegraph wires and isolating Union Lt. Colonel Bloodgood. Brentwood was destroyed in the battle that ensued. The Confederates suffered between 3 and 59 casualties and the Federals suffered between 500 and 800. Bloodgood surrendered that day, and was later court-martialed for cowardice.
Regular Blogs
Presents information about such things as the best private schools in the vicinity, Tennessee tornado damage and homeowner’s insurance, trees and plants native to Tennessee, and fun things to do around town and in the area.
http://brentwood.thefuntimesguide.com
Maintained by an award-winning newspaper editor and columnist who was laid off channels her journalistic energy into this weblog about Brentwood, Tennessee, where she lives. Articles about the local library, local politics, and the street festival known as the Mole Fest.
http://brentword.blogspot.com
Tapestry Brentwood Town Center
Local condominium company presents details about life in their community, including things happening around town, condo living, places to eat in the area, and community notices. Also gives advice about the types of dogs which like living in small quarters and staying safe during tornado season.
http://blog.tapestrybrentwood.com
