Guard H. Edward Taylor

Guard H. Edward Taylor | Kentucky Department of Corrections, Kentucky Guard H. Edward Taylor | Kentucky Department of Corrections, Kentucky
Kentucky Department of Corrections, Kentucky
Guard H. Edward Taylor | Kentucky Department of Corrections, Kentucky
Guard H. Edward Taylor | Kentucky Department of Corrections, Kentucky
Guard H. Edward Taylor

Kentucky Department of Corrections, Kentucky

End of Watch Wednesday, July 12, 1899

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H. Edward Taylor

Guard Ed Taylor was killed as the result of an accidental discharge of his Winchester rifle while performing extra guard duty on the prison wall at Kentucky State Branch Penitentiary in Eddyville.

Guard Taylor was survived by his parents. His father served as the deputy warden of the penitentiary.

Bio

  • Age 21
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)

accidental discharge

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Guard Taylor,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Kentucky. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 12, 2024

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