Three Notch Trail
historical trail, Alabama, United States
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The Three Notch Trail was a historical route in Alabama, United States. It was used by Native Americans and later by settlers, including Andrew Jackson in 1813 on his way to New Orleans. The city of Andalusia, Alabama, originated as New Site in 1841 when the county seat relocated to higher ground along this trail. The trail played a role in the development of the region, and Andalusia was renamed in 1844. The Three Notch Museum in Andalusia features exhibits on local history, including the trail.1
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