East Side in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
"Measure of A Man"
Photographed by James Hulse
1. "Measure of A Man" Marker
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands in times of challenge and controversy. The true neighbor will risk his position, his prestige, and even his life for the welfare of others.
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Purdue University - September 11, 1959
Erected 2018 by City of San Antonio.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Civil Rights. A significant historical date for this entry is September 11, 1959.
Location. 29° 24.806′ N, 98° 25.146′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in the East Side. It is at the intersection of Martin Luther King Drive and Park Road, on the left when traveling east on Martin Luther King Drive. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3630 Martin Luther King Dr, San Antonio TX 78220, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in South Texas. It is also in the American South. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: "The Drum Major Instinct" (here, next to this marker); "Beyond Vietnam" (here, next to this marker); "Remaining Awake Through A Great Revolution" (here, next to this marker); "Loving Your Enemies" (here, next to this marker); "I've Been to The Mountaintop" (here,
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More about this marker. The marker is one of seven markers about Martin Luther King Jr.
Photographed by James Hulse, May 26, 2026
2. "Measure of A Man" Marker
The marker is the middle marker in the columns.
Photographed by James Hulse, May 26, 2026
3. "Measure of A Man" Marker
The view of the markers at the entrance to the Martin Luther King Park.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 29, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 27, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 11 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 28, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
