Because educators stressed classical education, including philosophy and Latin, Nashville was called The Athens of the South. That nickname was eventually replaced by Music City when the Grand Ole Opry started in the 1930s.
Who knew?
Sunday, June 26, 2011
What does Nashville have in common with Greece?
Because educators stressed classical education, including philosophy and Latin, Nashville was called The Athens of the South. That nickname was eventually replaced by Music City when the Grand Ole Opry started in the 1930s.
Who knew?
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