In the winter of 1919, the town of Fort Payne, Alabama, was forever changed by a violent encounter that resulted in the death of its Chief of Police, Beldon Napoleon Little. A 32-year-old White/Caucasian male, Chief Little was a married father of four who was known for his dedication to his duty. On the fateful day of February 26, he, along with Deputy Sheriff George Scott and the county sheriff, approached the residence of two brothers, aged 18 and 20, who were suspected of moonshining. The off
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