american frontier

The True Story Of ‘Wild Bill’ Hickok, From Blood-Soaked Gunfights To The ‘Dead Man’s Hand’

How "Wild Bill" Hickok rose from humble Quaker roots in Illinois to become a legendary lawman and gunslinger of the Wild West.

By Mark Oliver • Oct 5, 2021

The True Story Of ‘Wild Bill’ Hickok, From Blood-Soaked Gunfights To The ‘Dead Man’s Hand’

How "Wild Bill" Hickok rose from humble Quaker roots in Illinois to become a legendary lawman and gunslinger of the Wild West.

By Mark Oliver • October 5, 2021

Haunting Photos Of The Mass Extermination That Almost Wiped Out The American Bison

Settlers in the Great Plains are estimated to have reduced the American bison population from 30 million to just 325 by the 1880s.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 2, 2021

Haunting Photos Of The Mass Extermination That Almost Wiped Out The American Bison

Settlers in the Great Plains are estimated to have reduced the American bison population from 30 million to just 325 by the 1880s.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 2, 2021

The Story Of Belle Star, The Oklahoma Schoolgirl Who Became A Fearsome Outlaw

There was an infamous female outlaw who rode alongside the bad boys of the Wild West. Her name was Belle Starr and she was known — and feared — as the "Bandit Queen."

By Carly Silver • Aug 30, 2021

The Story Of Belle Star, The Oklahoma Schoolgirl Who Became A Fearsome Outlaw

There was an infamous female outlaw who rode alongside the bad boys of the Wild West. Her name was Belle Starr and she was known — and feared — as the "Bandit Queen."

By Carly Silver • August 30, 2021

How Butch Cassidy Became The Robin Hood Of The Wild West

One of the most legendary Old West outlaws, Butch Cassidy robbed banks and trains alongside the Sundance Kid and the Wild Bunch until his mysterious death in 1908.

By Cara Johnson • Aug 28, 2021

How Butch Cassidy Became The Robin Hood Of The Wild West

One of the most legendary Old West outlaws, Butch Cassidy robbed banks and trains alongside the Sundance Kid and the Wild Bunch until his mysterious death in 1908.

By Cara Johnson • August 28, 2021

The Battle Of The Alamo, The Gallant Last Stand That Turned The Texas Revolution

Go beyond Davy Crockett and John Wayne to discover the true story of the Battle of the Alamo that turned the tide of the Texas Revolution in 1836.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Aug 27, 2021

The Battle Of The Alamo, The Gallant Last Stand That Turned The Texas Revolution

Go beyond Davy Crockett and John Wayne to discover the true story of the Battle of the Alamo that turned the tide of the Texas Revolution in 1836.

By Aimee Lamoureux • August 27, 2021

How American Legend Davy Crockett Went From Frontiersman To Politician To Hero Of The Alamo

Known as the "King of the Wild Frontier," soldier and adventurer Davy Crockett became a folk hero for his exploits in the Creek Indian War and the Texas Revolution.

By Katie Serena • Aug 24, 2021

How American Legend Davy Crockett Went From Frontiersman To Politician To Hero Of The Alamo

Known as the "King of the Wild Frontier," soldier and adventurer Davy Crockett became a folk hero for his exploits in the Creek Indian War and the Texas Revolution.

By Katie Serena • August 24, 2021

Who Was Buffalo Bill? The True Story Of The Man Who Created The ‘Wild West’

The "Wild West" that America fell in love with didn't exist. It was invented by Buffalo Bill — who himself was a character invented by the eccentric William F. Cody.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 21, 2021

Who Was Buffalo Bill? The True Story Of The Man Who Created The ‘Wild West’

The "Wild West" that America fell in love with didn't exist. It was invented by Buffalo Bill — who himself was a character invented by the eccentric William F. Cody.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 21, 2021

This Week In History News, Aug. 8 – 14

Wild West opera sets uncovered, macabre Roman key handle found, prehistoric dragon-like pterosaur unearthed.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 13, 2021

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This Week In History News, Aug. 8 – 14

Wild West opera sets uncovered, macabre Roman key handle found, prehistoric dragon-like pterosaur unearthed.

By All That's Interesting • August 13, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of George Washington Bush, The Free Black Man Who Pioneered The Pacific Northwest

Tired of racism in Missouri, George Washington Bush decided to explore the American frontier. And in 1844, he became the first Black man to settle in Washington Territory.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 24, 2021

The Remarkable Story Of George Washington Bush, The Free Black Man Who Pioneered The Pacific Northwest

Tired of racism in Missouri, George Washington Bush decided to explore the American frontier. And in 1844, he became the first Black man to settle in Washington Territory.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 24, 2021

This Week In History News, Feb. 28 – Mar. 6

Cherokee Freedmen's rights finally recognized, Pompeii chariot unearthed, Al Capone's Prohibition-era moonshine still found.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 5, 2021

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This Week In History News, Feb. 28 – Mar. 6

Cherokee Freedmen's rights finally recognized, Pompeii chariot unearthed, Al Capone's Prohibition-era moonshine still found.

By All That's Interesting • March 5, 2021