Savannah Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Thursday, November 5, 1868
Add to My HeroesRobert A. Reid
Patrolman Reid and Patrolman Samuel Bryson were shot and killed while attempting to restore order during a riot that broke out during the 1868 Presidential election. The riot was started by citizens opposing candidate Ulysses S. Grant. Three citizens were killed and 17 injured.
Patrolman Reid was a Confederate Civil War Veteran, having served with the Georgia Home Guards.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 Reflectionsneither you Patrolman Reid or your partner Patrolman Bryson will ever be forgotten. Today is Election day and all I have to say is that some things never change.
Rest in peace.
Elizabeth
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