From Roots to Branches:

About the Book

“From Roots to Branches” is a reader-friendly, historical overview of the development of one of the United States’ fastest growing cities, Olive Branch, Mississippi.

About the Author

Alan Dupree, a life long resident of Olive Branch, Mississippi, grew during the “Commercial Boom” of the 1990’s. He graduated from Olive Branch High School and the University of Memphis, with a B.A. in History in 2011. Currently, he works for several non-profit organizations, including the Chamber, and has plans to pursue a career in education. Alan has devoted most of his adult life to mentoring and educating teenagers. He hopes that “From Roots to Branches” inspires both young and old residents to find interest in the heritage of his community.