Episode Details

The Deadwood Legend of Wild Bill Hickok

On this episode, Beard Laws and Meg discuss the life of Wild Bill Hickok, a legendary figure of the American Old West. From his early years as a marksman and his involvement in the Jayhawkers, an anti-slavery vigilante group, to his time as a scout for the U.S. Army and his career as a lawman and gambler, Wild Bill led a life filled with adventure and violence. The episode covers his famous duels, his time as a sheriff, and his tragic death in a saloon in Deadwood, Dakota Territory.

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Episode Highlights

Wild Bill Hickok was a legendary figure of the American Old West, known for his skills as a marksman and his involvement in various roles such as a lawman, gambler, and scout.

He was involved in several duels and gunfights, often resulting in the death of his opponents.

His time as a sheriff in Abilene, Kansas was marked by conflicts and shootouts, including the famous incident where he altered a controversial advertisement.

Wild Bill's life came to a tragic end when he was shot in the back of the head during a poker game in Deadwood, Dakota Territory.

Episode Quotes

"Damn you, take that!"

"The Dead Man's Hand"

"More lives than a cat"

"Did the crow have a pistol? Was he shooting back? I will be."

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