Benjamin Maney Gault

Benjamin Maney Gault
Born(1886-06-21)June 21, 1886
Travis County, Texas, U.S.
DiedDecember 14, 1947(1947-12-14) (aged 61)
Austin, Texas, U.S.
Resting placeAustin Memorial Park Cemetery
OccupationsLawman, Texas Ranger
Years active1929-1947
Known forParticipation in the 1934 ambush of Bonnie and Clyde
SpouseRebecca Johnson Gault
Children2

Benjamin Maney Gault (June 21, 1886 – December 14, 1947) was an American lawman and Texas Ranger, known for his role alongside Captain Frank Hamer in the 1934 ambush and killing of the outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. He spent much of his career in law enforcement across rural Texas during the early 20th century, earning a reputation for quiet competence and loyalty. He later served as Captain of Company C of the Texas Rangers, overseeing criminal investigations in West Texas until his death.

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