West Virginia State Police, West Virginia
End of Watch Wednesday, May 25, 1921
Add to My HeroesCharles M. Kackley
Private Charles Kackley, Private Ernest Ripley and Private William McMillion were all shot and killed during a two-year battle with striking coal miners in which over 50 people were killed. The strike was finally put down with the help of the United States Army.
Private Kackley was survived by his mother.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsUncle Charles I never knew you but as I understand you were one of the first West Virginia State Trooper killed in the line of duty along with Ernie Ripley, Bill McMillion & Johnny Gore. killed by a sniper during the miners strike that went on for two years leaving 50 people dead . these guys are all heroes . "LEST WE NEVER FORGET THEM"
Roy T Brown
December 30, 2018
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