Texas Rangers, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, February 27, 1859
Add to My HeroesJonathon Thompson
Private Jonathon Thompson was accidentally shot and killed when another Texas Ranger's service revolver accidentally discharged at the Ranger camp near the Red River in Grayson County, Texas.
He succumbed to the wound two days later.
Private Thompson had served with the Texas Rangers for only 64 days. He was single and had no children.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 2 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
- Incident Date Friday, February 25, 1859
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsPvt. Thompson,
On today, the 160th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Texas.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station
February 27, 2019
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