Few figures embody the turbulent complexities of the American Old West quite like John Selman. Sometimes known as “Old John” […]
Tag: Gunfighters
Charles Askins: Lawman, Soldier, Author, and Firearms Legend
The name Charles Askins resonates through the annals of American law enforcement, military history, and firearms literature. Born on October […]
Luke Short: The Fearless Gunfighter Who Cheated Death and Defined the Wild West
In the annals of the American Old West, few figures embodied the spirit of a fearless gunfighter and shrewd gambler […]
Wild Bill Hickok: Legendary Figure of the American West
Wild Bill Hickok, born James Butler Hickok, remains one of the most enigmatic and celebrated figures of the American Old […]
Wild Bill Hickok: A Legend of the American Frontier
The vast Western plains remained largely unsettled until the arrival of the railroads, which brought with them an influx of […]
From Mace to McMasters: Unveiling the Notorious ‘M’ Outlaws of the Wild West
The American Wild West outlaws, a captivating cast of characters, continue to intrigue historians and enthusiasts alike. Among the most […]
Mysterious Dave Mather: The Enigmatic Old West Figure Who Rode Both Sides of the Law
In the annals of the American Old West, few figures embody the blurred lines between justice and lawlessness quite like […]
Frank MacNab: Unraveling the Enigmatic Regulator of the Lincoln County War
In the tumultuous annals of the American Old West, few figures are as central to the bloody Lincoln County War […]
Phillip Goodbread Taylor: Texas Gunfighter and Figure in the Sutton-Taylor Feud
Phillip Goodbread Taylor, often known by his alias Doboy Taylor, emerged as a prominent, albeit tragic, figure amidst the tumultuous […]
Commodore Perry Owens: Lawman and Gunfighter of the Old West
The annals of the American Old West are replete with tales of courageous lawmen and formidable gunfighters, and among them, […]
Billy Claiborne: The Fading Echo of the Old West’s Imposter Gunfighter
In the annals of the Old West, few figures were as enigmatic and ultimately tragic as Billy Claiborne, a man […]
Gunfighters of the Old West: Unraveling the Myths and Realities
The allure of the Gunfighters of the Old West has captivated generations, painting a vivid picture of legendary duels and […]