Guard James C. Arnold

Guard James C. Arnold

United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government

End of Watch Thursday, February 26, 1891

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James C. Arnold

Guard Arnold drowned in the Puget Sound while transporting two prisoners from the territorial prison on McNeil Island to Steilacoom, Washington. They encountered a sudden squall during the trip that capsized their sailboat.

The bodies of Guard Arnold and the two convicts were never located.

Guard Arnold was survived by his wife and children.

Bio

  • Age 50
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Drowned
  • Location Washington

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James,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 26, 2021

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