Texas Ranger

In Texas Ranger, historian John Boessenecker seeks to reframe Frank Hamer, often cast as a villain in popular culture, as an American hero. Hamer's remarkable life spanned significant periods in history, from the Old West and the Bandit War of 1915 to his encounters with gangsterism and protecting vulnerable communities from lynching. This biography unveils the full narrative of Hamer’s courageous career and his ultimate showdown with Lyndon B. Johnson, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping law enforcement in America.