East Dover Hundred in Kent County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Crawford Carroll, the Man
If ever an individual citizen embodied the warm and friendly spirit of Delaware's Capital City, it was Crawford Carroll. A natural leader, he promoted the city's progress during a period of unprecedented economic and population growth.
In 1959, at 29, he was elected to Dover's City Council. five years later he was elected Mayor. He served for a total of 20 years ten two-year terms with a six year hiatus from 1976 to 1982.
The community's citizens recognized his commitment. He won every election he entered. His positive attitude and personality, and his sense of humor, served him well.
When he decided to leave office in 1988, City Council conferred on him the title of "Mayor Emeritus", a designation given to no one else.
In the 20th century, the name Crawford Carroll stands above all others in Dover's governmental history. He brought honor to his beloved Capital City and was in turn loved and respected by those who knew him.
Erected 2001 by Friends of Crawford J. Carroll.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1959.
Location. 39° 9.515′ N, 75° 31.397′ W. Marker is in Dover, Delaware, in Kent County. It is in East Dover
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Regionally, this marker is in the American Mid-Atlantic and on the Delmarva Peninsula. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: and His Accomplishments (here, next to this marker); Bishop Richard Allen (within shouting distance of this marker); World War II Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, Inc. (about 300 feet away); Wesley United Methodist Church (about 400 feet away); Dover (about 500 feet away); The Capitol Theater (about 500 feet away); Constitution Park (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dover.
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), May 28, 2022
3. Nearby plaque for Crawford Carroll
Mayor
Crawford J. Carroll
Mayor 1962-1976
Mayor 1982-1988
As Mayor and always as a proud citizen of Dover, he gave his time, talents and vigorous energy freely in leading the Capital City during a period of historic growth.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 15, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 30, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 763 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 30, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
