Marshall “Wild Bill”

Marshall “Wild Bill”

December 13, 1871. Abilene (KS) Town Council President J.A. Gauthie moves to dismiss Marshal J.B. “Wild Bill” Hickok after just eight months in the position. His service has been generally good, but Hickok did get into a gunfight that left two men (one a jailer) dead....
Best of the West 2023: Heritage Travel

Best of the West 2023: Heritage Travel

Take the Highways You Love the Best There has never been a better time in our history to plan a heritage road trip to the Western United States. For seven decades, the editors of True West magazine have encouraged our readers to pack their bags and go West to discover...
The Power of Pictures

The Power of Pictures

The very best historical photographs from our treasured vaults define our idea of the West. In honor of our 70th year, the editors of True West have invited our contributors to offer their choices for the most emblematic photographs taken in the West. The portfolio...