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Punch in a Pocket—1848 Baby Dragoon Revolver
Superior in design, function and quality to any other concealable pistol of the mid-19th century, Colt’s little “revolving pistol” was an immediate success.
Western Masters Remain Strong
The annual sale attracted a who’s who worthy of a fine museum collection.
Studying History is One Thing; Walking History is Another
The West’s original emigrants will never be forgotten.
A New Chapter Has Begun
Saying goodbye to the True West World Headquarters.
The Artists Who Inspired a National Park
Photographer William Henry Jackson and artist Thomas Moran joined the 1871 Hayden Survey to Yellowstone and changed the world with their artwork.
Virgil Returns
The former lawman’s eight years in Yavapai County may have been the best of his life.
Birth Of A Lawman
Civil War veteran Virgil Earp was just settling down in Prescott when he joined a posse. his life was never the same.
First Peoples, Original View
A groundbreaking book on Indian photographers, plus a biography of a heroic horse, a novel of the Alamo, a forgotten U.S. marshal and the power of Western theater.
Tragic Powwow
The Apache Kid vs Al Sieber, Then Everyone in Arizona
Western Roundup: September 2020
Art Shows, Encampments, Heritage Festivals, Powwows, Rodeos, Stock Shows, Trade Shows and Writers Conferences to enjoy in September 2020.
Working Cowboys, Wyatt Earp and Big Nose Kate
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