Bass Reeves (born July 1, 1838 in Crawford County, Arkansas) was a military personnel who was noted as the first black deputy U.S. marshal west of the Mississippi River. His career was in Arkansas and the Oklahoma Territory. Bass died on January 12, 1910 and his death was because of kidney failure caused by nephritis. He died at age 71.
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Military PersonnelAmerican Born on July 1st Born in 1838 Born in Arkansas Died in 1910 Died at age 71 Died from Kidney failure
"Bass Reeves lived a remarkable life full of bravery, dedication, and justice, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations of African Americans even after his passing. (V)"
"Bass Reeves had a distinguished professional life as the first African American Deputy U.S. Marshal, often referred to as "the Lone Ranger of the Wild West," and unfortunately died in unknown circumstances. (V)"
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