Thorn, also known as Flatwoods, is an unincorporated community in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, United States.

[1] Thorn is named for the first postmaster, William Thorn.

[2] A post office operated under the name Thorn from 1892 to 1971.

[3] Thorn was once home to a school and general store.

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