Historical Marker

Memorial Georgia Gold Star Fathers

Riverdale · Clayton County · Erected 2017

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The Story

Erected in 2017, this memorial honors Gold Star fathers — men who lost a child in military service. Georgia was an early state to officially recognize Gold Star Fathers and dedicate a highway in their honor.

About this site

Memorial Georgia Gold Star Fathers is a historical marker in Riverdale, Clayton County, erected in 2017. It is one of 48 historical markers documented in Clayton County, among 75 historic sites cataloged across the county on Georgia Roam.

The site sits at 33.5723, -84.4146 near Riverdale. The nearest cataloged historic site is Site of Couch House (historical marker), about 0.5 miles away. Others within a short drive include King Cemetery, Renfroe's Plantation, and Carver Memorial Gardens.

This record is drawn from Georgia historical-marker records. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.

📍 33.5723, -84.4146 · Riverdale, Clayton County

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