In the spring of 1904, the city of Greenville was forever marked by the loss of one of its own dedicated peacekeepers. James Patrick Tucker, a 48-year-old male Police Officer, had served his community for 16 years, earning the respect of its citizens. On a Tuesday evening, April 12th, what began as a routine effort to maintain order took a tragic and violent turn.
That night, Officer Tucker was on duty on King Street when he encountered a drunk railroad watchman. As he attempted to arrest
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