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Wade Rattan
1841
Wade Hampton Rattan.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Private Wade Rattan was killed when he and another private were attacked by Indians near Elm Fork, approximately 1-1/2 miles southwest of Carrolton.
Both privates were attacked after they had gone out in search of a wagon that was expected to return with supplies. The other private was able to escape and return to the fort but later died of exposure.
Private Rattan was an Illinois Militia veteran and had served with the Texas Rangers for approximately three months.
Both privates were attacked after they had gone out in search of a wagon that was expected to return with supplies. The other private was able to escape and return to the fort but later died of exposure.
Private Rattan was an Illinois Militia veteran and had served with the Texas Rangers for approximately three months.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and son.
Service Record
Also Served
Texas Rangers
Private
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