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Icons of the Wild West

written by: Phreekshow
 
They became famous as killers, lawmen, cowboys, and showmen. The legends of the Wild West left there mark on the History of the World. Since I was a child I have been fascinated by the Wild West and all of its glamour, history and in-your-face attitude. As I got older I started to realize that the Wild West was not necessarily what I saw on the TV, in the movies or read in books. There was a darker and grittier side as well. This quiz will test your knowledge of the famous figures that left their indelible mark on this unique period in American history!

Question 1:

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This young woman in the image was a rare exception to the rule. She was not famous as a killer or lawman in the Wild West but as one of the greatest marksmen in history.



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The young man in the image provided was a notorious bank and train robber and led, along with his brother, one of the most notorious gangs in The West.  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)



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James Butler Hickok, the famous gunslinger, scout, lawman and gambler, was better known under this name: "______ _______".  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)



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Wyatt Earp is known as a Wild West lawman, but he held many other jobs as well. Can you guess which job was Wyatt employed at, prior to law enforcement?
Actor
Newspaper Reporter
Boxing Referee
Store Owner


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This man was a famous Chiricahua Apache who fought against the U.S. Government for 25 years.  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)



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This famous gunfighter and dentist fought alongside the Earps in the Gunfight at the O.K. Coral. He was born John Henry Holliday but was better known under this moniker.  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)



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George Armstrong Custer led 14 campaigns for the U.S. Cavalry but his last is his most famous. Custer was defeated by an Indian tribe in the Battle of Little Big Horn which also became known under this 3-word moniker "Custer's _________ _________"?  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)



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The notorious gunslinger and outlaw in this image had the names William Bonney, Henry Antrim and Henry McCarty and is one of the most well known Wild West figures in American history. What was his famous 3-word moniker?



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This American icon was a fronteirsman, a war hero and a brilliant showman. He also fought for Indian and women's rights. He was known as "_____ ______ Cody".  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)



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This Wild west saloon owner and lawman is best known for assassinating Billy the Kid.  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)



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