U.S. MARSHALS: 215 YEARS OF LEGENDARY SERVICE
 

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- More than 4,500 U.S. Marshals Service employees nationwide will mark the beginning of a year long celebration of their agency’s 215th anniversary on Friday, Sept. 24. The anniversary will recognize the nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency’s rich history and bright future.

In Washington, the celebration will include the opening of the U.S. Marshals’ History Room, and historical reflections by retired Deputy U.S. Marshal Al Butler, one of the agency’s heroes who helped integrate the University of Mississippi. “This will be a memorable occasion highlighting our agency’s great achievements,” said U.S. Marshals Director Benigno G. Reyna.

In a letter to Marshals’ employees, President George W. Bush stated that “U.S. Marshals have contributed to the safety of our Nation by providing security for our courts and witnesses, capturing fugitives, assisting with prisoner transportation, and responding to emergency situation.”

He commended the U.S. Marshals Service’s excellent working relationship with other law enforcement organizations and its courage to answer the call against new threats to the country.