Texas+Ranger

Lonesome Dove has two fictional characters that are famous Texas Rangers, so that got me interested in finding out more about them. __**Origins**__ -They were first organized on August 5th 1823 -They form the oldest law-enforcement agency in North America with statewide jurisdiction. -They were first formed to defend the Austin colony for Mexican bandits, the Kiowas and also the Comanches, and later rowdy Texans. __**Other Facts**__ -They were paid $1.25 a day making them a cheaper, more affective. -They had to furnish their own mounts, firearms, and equipment. __**Some of the more famous Rangers**__ -Jack Hays (1817-1883) -Samuel Walker (date of birth and death unknown) -Ben McCulloch (1811-1862) -Big Foot Wallace (William A.A. Wallace 1817-1899)

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