Why is it a problem? Because the free radicals resulting from oxidation damage cells, proteins and our DNA (genes) and because oxidation itself is such a common process, the damage it can cause is significant. It is known to cause aging, grey hair, wrinkles, arthritis, decreased eye sight, and even cancer.
Stories vary as to who actually fired the first shot. On the porch of the Chambers Hardware Store, began the clash that became known as the Matewan Massacre, or the Battle of Matewan. The ensuing gun battle left seven detectives and three townspeople dead, including the Felts brothers and Testerman.
The official statistics of US deaths from the US Government seem to cover only the later years and are based on these sources: 1  Chronological List of Actions, &C., with Indians From January 15, 1837 to January, 1891 US killed: 81 officers, 1182 men & 539 citizens.