大美制度是每一层靠自己；历史传统；

看看历史Texas Rangers

对罪犯主要靠自己，也是持枪传统。 后来有Texas Rangers



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The Texas Rangers, officially?established in 1835, are one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in North America, with a history spanning nearly 200 years.?Initially formed to protect settlers on the Texas frontier, they evolved into a statewide law enforcement agency, playing roles in military conflicts, law enforcement, and border security.?

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Early History (1823-1835):

• 1823:

  Stephen F. Austin?hired frontiersmen as "Rangers" for protection against Native American attacks, marking the unofficial beginning of the Rangers.?

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• 1835:

  The Texas Congress formally established the Texas Rangers, initially as a body of 56 men divided into three companies, tasked with guarding the frontier.?

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The Republic of Texas Era:

• The Rangers played a crucial role in the?Texas Revolution?and the subsequent Republic of Texas, serving as scouts, spies, and defenders of the frontier.

• They faced challenges from Native American tribes and Mexican forces, and their numbers fluctuated due to funding and political considerations.?
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Statehood and Beyond:

• The Rangers continued their service after Texas joined the United States in 1845, participating in the?Mexican-American War.

• Throughout the 19th century, they were involved in various conflicts and law enforcement operations, including fighting cattle rustlers, chasing outlaws, and patrolling the Texas-Mexico border.?
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Modern Era:

• In 1935, the Texas Rangers became a division of the?Texas Department of Public Safety?(TxDPS), solidifying their role as a statewide law enforcement agency.?
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• Today, they are known for their investigative work, crime prevention, and law enforcement duties, upholding the legacy of the Rangers as a symbol of Texas history and law enforcement.?

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