Texas Rangers, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, December 18, 1847
Add to My HeroesRichard S. Gilbert
Private Richard Gilbert, Private Littleton Rattan, and Lieutenant Thomas Couzens were killed during a fight with Indians near the headwaters of the Nueces River.
The Rangers had pursued the Indians, who had stolen several horses from their camp. They engaged in hand-to-hand combat after a nine-day pursuit. Private Gilbert and Private Rattan were both killed during the fight. Lieutenant Couzens was struck by an arrow and died from his wounds on January 11th, 1848.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 1 ReflectionsSuch a tragic end for you all. I hope you are all resting in peace on this 177 year anniversary of your death Private Gilbert..
Know that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Elizabeth
Widow of Deputy Michael Haugen.
Riverside County Sheriffs Department
December 18, 2024
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