Carl Right Grooms

In the summer of 1908, a tragedy unfolded in the town of Greenfield, Tennessee, forever marking its history. Town Marshal Carl Grooms, a man of thirty years, lost his life in the line of duty on a Saturday evening in July. The incident that led to his untimely death began with a disturbance following a barbeque held near the town.

That afternoon, individuals returning from the festivities were reportedly drinking and behaving boisterously, prompting Marshal Grooms to make a couple of arre ...

City Marshal Carl Right Grooms

Reflections for City Marshal Carl Right Grooms, Greenfield Police ...