The Governor's Hounds: The Texas State Police, 1870-1873

by Barry A. Crouch, Donaly E. Brice, Donaly E Brice

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In the tumultuous years following the Civil War, violence and lawlessness plagued the state of Texas, often overwhelming the ability of local law enforcement to maintain order. In response, Reconstruction-era governor Edmund J. Davis created a statewide police force that could be mobilized whenever and wherever local authorities were unable or unwilling to control lawlessness. During its three years (1870-1873) of existence, however, the Texas...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0292747705

ISBN13:9780292747708

Release Date:December 2011

Publisher:University of Texas Press

Length:326 Pages

Weight:1.10 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.1" x 8.9"

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