Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Georgia
End of Watch Wednesday, December 23, 1970
Add to My HeroesWilliam Lee Bryant
Ranger William Bryant was accidentally shot and killed while attempting to place his service revolver into its holster.
He and two other rangers were conducting a nighttime deer hunting detail along Flarity Road in Walker County when the incident occurred.
Ranger Bryant had served with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for one year.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 119
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsRanger Bryant,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Georgia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 23, 2020
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