Evergreen Transport

On August 15,1945 our nation rejoiced as World War II had finally reached its end. One Merchant Marine, named Walter Poole, left for his small hometown of Castleberry, AL. to pursue the "Great American Dream". No one could imagine the impact this young man would have on the transportation industry, and on so many individuals. Poole was very frugal during his tenure as a marine. He sent a portion of his earnings to his parents, and saved the rest to make his first used tractor purchase. Poole formed a friendship with an Evergreen, AL. cotton broker, Bob Kendall. This friendship led to a business relationship, and in 1946 Poole Truck Line was born. His first contract with Kendall was completed with a simple handshake. Poole hauled cotton from Evergreen to Opelika, AL. during his first year of business. He later added another driver, and then a 2nd and 3rd. As the business grew, Poole continued to remain fully engaged in every aspect of the business. For 38 years, Poole operated a profitable and efficient transportation company.