The provided text is an extensive overview of the state of Tennessee, covering its geography, history, culture, economy, and government . Key geographical details include its time zones, borders, major river basins, and diverse physiographic provinces , such as the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Cumberland Plateau. Historically, the text traces Tennessee's journey from Native American habitation and early frontier settlements to statehood, the political division during the Civil War (earning the nickname "The Volunteer State"), and its post-war transition to a diversified economy driven by TVA projects, nuclear research, and varied industries . Culturally, Tennessee is highlighted for its profound influence on American music , especially country and blues, and its low-tax environment as a "Bible Belt" state. The resource also outlines the state's educational system, transportation networks , and the structure of its executive, legislative, and judicial branches .
