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Bass Reeves: America's First Black U.S. Deputy Marshal
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Bass Reeves was born in slavery yet went on to become the first black U.S. Deputy Marshal in American history, serving the federal court of Judge Isaac Parker (a.k.a. "The Hangin' Judge"). Tune in to hear the story of this incredible man and his contribution to law enforcement in the old West, including tracking down over 3,000 fugitives throughout his career!
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