New York City Night Watch, New York
End of Watch Tuesday, June 25, 1839
Add to My HeroesJames P. Van Duzen
Watchman Van Duzen died from injures he received when he fell through grating while attempting to rescue a citizen.
Bio
- Age Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Fall
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