Marshal J. Henry Clemens

In the late summer of 1911, the community of Maryville, Tennessee, was shaken by the loss of one of its own. Marshal J. Henry Clemens, a 48-year-old lawman, met a violent and untimely end on Friday, August 25th. His death came in the line of duty, a stark reminder of the perils faced by those who wear the badge.

On that fateful day, Marshal Clemens was attempting to serve a warrant on a man wanted for assault. He had located the suspect at his residence and proceeded with the arrest. Howe ...