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A rifle-toting war reporter died with Custer at Little Bighorn 150 years ago
By Mead Gruver, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 3 min read
They've died from artillery fire, aircraft crashes, gunfire, disease — even by execution — in conflict zones and elsewhere around the world.Over the 180-year history of The Associated Press, 38 journalists have fallen on the job while working for the independent not-for-profit news organization.T...
Key takeaway Over the 180-year history of The Associated Press, 38 journalists have fallen on the job while working for the independent not-for-profit news organization.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The 150th anniversary of Mark Kellogg's death at Little Bighorn serves as a poignant reminder of the risks journalists take to report on conflict. For Alamo Heights residents, this story may evoke thoughts of the many military families and veterans who call our community home. The sacrifices made by journalists like Kellogg, who was embedded with Custer's troops, are a testament to the importance of a free press in documenting historical events. As we reflect on Kellogg's story, we are also reminded of the complex and often fraught history between the US military and Native American communities, a history that still resonates today in our own region, where the legacy of Native American presence and conflict continues to shape our cultural landscape. The preservation of Kellogg's diary and belongings by the State Historical Society of North Dakota also highlights the importance of archiving and preserving historical records, a effort that is also undertaken by local historical societies and museums in the San Antonio area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? They've died from artillery fire, aircraft crashes, gunfire, disease — even by execution — in conflict zones and elsewhere around the world.Over the 180-year history of The Associated Press, 38 journalists have fallen on the job while working for the independent not-for-profit news organization.T...
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