THOMAS KIRKHAM
Update officers information and/or submit photo of officer
If you aren't logged into the website, you will be taken to a login page and then to the Update Officer Information form.
Officer Rank: Patrolman
Memorial Panel: 24-E: 6
Department: Richmond, Virginia, P.D.
End of Watch: July 3, 1869
Cause: FALL
Age: 28
Years of Service: Unk
Description: Patrolman Kirkham was killed when a chain bridge collapsed into the James River. Patrolman Kirkham was overseeing the procession of over 300 people who were about to cross the 50 foot suspension bridge leading from KitchenŸ??s Island to VauxhallŸ??s Island. Approximately 60 people were crossing the bridge when it buckled under the weight and collapsed into the river. Patrolman Kirkham died at the scene of severe head injuries. Two other people died in the accident and several more were injured.
View on Memorial
Share bio via email
Download Memorial map
Search for another officer
Update officers information and/or submit photo of officer
If you aren't logged into the website, you will be taken to a login page and then to the Update Officer Information form.
Update officers information and/or submit photo of officer
If you aren't logged into the website, you will be taken to a login page and then to the Update Officer Information form.
