Texas Rangers, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, November 12, 1848
Add to My HeroesJohn Wesley Dier
Private John Dier was shot and killed when his Texas Ranger company was ambushed by Indians in Sabinal Canyon near present-day Utopia, Texas.
He was standing guard at the camp when he was shot in the chest and killed as Indians ambushed the company.
Private Dier had served with the Texas Rangers for only five months.
Bio
- Age 18
- Tour 5 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsPvt. Dier,
On today, the 175th 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.
R.I.P.
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