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# James W. Rodgers

(1910–1960)

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Convicted murderer who was executed by firing squad at Utah State Prison. (1910–1960)... \| James Woode Rodgers was an American who was sentenced to death by the state of Utah for the murder of miner Charles Merrifield in 1957. In his final statement before his execution by firing squad in 1960, Rodgers requested a bulletproof vest. His execution by firing squad would be the last to be car

## Quick Facts About James W. Rodgers

Born August 3, 1910

Died March 30, 1960

##  Quotes by James W. Rodgers

> [Yes... a bulletproof vest.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/james-w-rodgers/yes-a-bulletproof-vest/)

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