John Riley Banister

American cowboy and police officer

John Riley Banister - American cowboy and police officer
Born

1854
171 years ago

Died

August 1st, 1918
107 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in the Old West, Banister worked as a cowboy before transitioning to law enforcement. As a police officer, he served in various capacities including as a deputy sheriff, contributing to the establishment of order in the rapidly developing western territories. His career spanned several significant years during which he witnessed and participated in the cultural shifts of the American frontier.

Served as a deputy sheriff in the Old West

Transitioned from cowboy to law enforcement

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