Private James Coryell, Texas Rangers, Texas

Private James Coryell

Texas Rangers, Texas

End of Watch Saturday, May 27, 1837

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James Coryell

Private James Coryell was shot and killed by Caddo Indians while he and several other Texas Rangers were camped at Perry Creek in present-day Falls County.

Private Coryell had served with the Texas Rangers for approximately 10 months.

Coryell County, Texas, was named after Private Coryell when it was formed in 1854.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 10 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle
Offender Not available

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Pvt. Coryell,
On today, the 188th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Texas.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 27, 2025