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Hey everyone, I recently came across the case of Private John Curtis Smith, and something about the lack of justice really struck me. It's so painful to think about how his service ended in such a tragic manner, and yet, there was no investigation or pursuit of those responsible. It feels like he and Private Williams were just abandoned by the system they served. I’m curious if anyone knows more about how common this was back then—were law enforcement deaths during riots often left unpunished? It’s hard to imagine the frustration and grief his father, Mr. George W. Smith, must have felt. Sending out my thoughts to anyone connected to him, even now. It feels like a piece of history that needs more attention. Would love to hear your thoughts and maybe some insight into why there were no legal actions taken afterward. Thanks for listening.
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Hey everyone, I recently stumbled upon the case of Private John Curtis Smith and, honestly, one aspect has been really bothering me. It's about how Private Smith and the other troopers were left completely vulnerable without any legal or financial safety net for their families. Superintendent Groome tried hard to get a law passed to support the dependents of fallen troopers, but nothing happened. It's shocking to think there was zero support for the families left behind, not even an investigation or any arrests made afterward. Imagine what Mr. George W. Smith, John’s father, went through. Losing a son in such a brutal way and then realizing no justice or support would come out of it. It's like their bravery was forgotten the moment they left this world. This part of the case just makes me think about how many families probably faced similar fates without any recourse. Anyone else think there’s more that could have been done back then? It feels like such a glaring injustice that’s hard to ignore.
