Photos from The Wild West That Were Preserved Forever

Buffalo Bill's Squad

This photo innncludes John Burn, John Nelson, a unnamed Sioux Nation friend, and a few unnamed cowboys! These men were a part of Buffalo Bill's rolling group of entertainers. It's unclear what each of these men did, but it most likely included weapons entertainment. 

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The More You Know

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