John Henry Vier

Death by Force

In the quiet frontier territory of early 20th century America, the life of a dedicated lawman was tragically cut short, leaving a legacy of duty and sacrifice. Deputy U.S. Marshal John Henry Vier, a White/Caucasian male, met his untimely end on February 20, 1905. At the age of 30, he was killed in the line of duty while attempting to apprehend a suspect near the small community of Oaks, then located in the Indian Territory that would later become part of Oklahoma.

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Deputy U.S. Marshal J. Henry Vier

John Henry Vier (1874-1905) - Find a Grave Memorial