Pulaski in Giles County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
Joe R. McClure
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Communications • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1937.
Location. 35° 11.582′ N, 87° 1.909′ W. Marker is in Pulaski, Tennessee, in Giles County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of East Cemetery Street and Water Street, on the left when traveling east. Marker is on the left upon entering the main gate of Sam Davis Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Pulaski TN 38478, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Graveyard (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Maplewood Cemetery (approx. 0.2 miles away); Thomas Martin (1799-1870) (approx. 0.2 miles away); Aaron V. Brown (approx. 0.2 miles away); Neill Smith Brown (approx. 0.2 miles away); Thomas McKissack Jones (approx. 0.2 miles away); General John Calvin Brown (approx. 0.2 miles away); General John Adams, CSA (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pulaski.
Regarding Joe R. McClure. Joe Rivers McClure was born in Pulaski in 1921. He graduated with honors from Tennessee A&I State College (now Tennessee State University) before fighting in World War II. Upon returning from the war, he began his 42-year career in education.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 4, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 68 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 4, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.