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Part One: The Complete, Insane History of American Border Militias

Behind the Bastards

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Coffee Mate, One Pump, One Cream.

The first texas rangers were formed in the early 19th century. They battled indigenous groups for dominance, chased down runaway slaves and settled scores with anyone who challenged them. The art of the raw physical violence was key to how much unchecked violence was used by the border patrol. See he documentary walker, texas ranger for more information from the rangers in their current incarnation.

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