Victorian era

When we think of the 1800's and the 19th century we usually think more of England being associated with this time. The evolved history with it's Kings and Queens and magnificent dwellings, and estates. All this clouds the backwoods of East Tennessee which had a trace of England sprinkled around the mountains. 

Rugby, Tennessee is an example of that era, and if you want to experience the vibes from that time go to Rugby, and let your mind soak that place in. I think it possesses a sadness, that would make it difficult to live there. Other people may have a different experience, and my experience was probably molded in my brain, because the first place I visited in Rugby was the cemetery. It was cold and fogy that day.

I have a small attachment to that time through my Dad. He was born in 1893, and if he was born in England at the time of his birth he would be on the tail-end of the Victorian era. From some of the things he told me several people in Campbell County were not backwoods folks, but some at that time were emigrants from England.

I have always thought if you could snap your finger and be transported to that time it would be a rude awakening. Mostly because of the fairy tail stories written from that time period. Everything about the Victorian era lends itself to beautiful but tragic love stories. And believe me, if you want a small taste of what I am talking about visit Rugby.