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William Hicks Reeves

Died March 1, 1871

William Hicks Reeves served in the U.S. Army.

How He Died
Manner Homicide
Cause Gunshot wound
Mechanism Firearm
What Happened

Posseman William Reeves was shot and killed in Somerville, Tennessee, as he and a deputy marshal attempted to serve a writ. As the two officers questioned the suspect, the man pulled out a revolver and opened fire, killing Posseman Reeves.

Posseman Reeves was a Confederate Army veteran of the Civil War.

Service Record
U.S. Army
Also Served
United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service
Posseman
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 22W · Line 27 cut as WILLIAM H REEVES
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Posseman Reeves served with the United States Department of Justice.

Thank you for your service. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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