Clarksdale, Mississippi
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 34° 12.195 W 090° 34.583
15S E 723306 N 3787348
Clarksdale, Mississippi was named after its founder.
Waymark Code: WM35YM
Location: Mississippi, United States
Date Posted: 02/16/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member wildwoodke
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Clarksdale was named after John Clark. He founded the city in 1848 (other sources indicate 1868). The was related to one of the large plantation owners which was located near by. The city was incorporated in 1882 and is now the county seat of Coahoma County.
Year it was dedicated: 1848

Location of Coordinates: In front of city hall

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