Thomas Dixon, Jr. 1864-1946
Inscription
Minister, politician, &
author. Film "Birth of a
Nation" was based on his
novel The Clansman. Grave is 1500 ft. N.
Location
AddressUS 74 Business (Marion Street) at Martin Street in Shelby
CityShelby
CountyCleveland
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.292290, -81.546340
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