But if a loop of the intestine is trapped very tightly in the hernia, the blood supply to that part of the intestine can be cut off (strangulated), causing tissue to die. In a man, if tissue is trapped, the testicle and its blood vessels can also be damaged.
Vehicles of The Border Patrol. When the Border Patrol was first founded in 1924, the primary mode of transportation was by horseback. The Service provided a badge and revolver, but recruits furnished their own horse and saddle. Additionally, the Service provided oats and hay for the horses, along with a salary of $1,680 for the inspectors.
They carry firearms and must be trained in marksmanship. Career Outlook. Border protection is a rapidly growing industry, according to the CBP. The role of border patrol agents expanded after 9/11, when counter-terrorism efforts became a national priority. More recently, the immigration debate has led to an increase in hiring, and in 2010 Congress approved a $600 million bill that stipulated employing 1,000 additional border patrol agents nationwide.