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The Dodge City Peace Commission, 1883 (1954)
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The Dodge City Peace Commission, 1883 (1954)
The Dodge City Peace Commission, 1883 (1954). Standing: WH Harris, Luke Short, Bat Masterson; sitting: Charles E Bassett, Wyatt Earp, Frank McClain and Neal Brown. The Dodge City Peace Commission was a group of gunfighters assembled by Earp and Masterson to support Short, who purchased a half share in a saloon in the notoriously lawless town of Dodge City, Kansas, in 1883. An iconic figure in the story of the American West, Wyatt Earp is best remembered for his career as a lawman and his involvement in the notorious Gunfight at the OK Corral in 1881. A print from the Pictorial History of the Wild West, by James D Horan and Paul Sann, Spring Books, London, 1954
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In this iconic photo print, we are transported back to the lawless town of Dodge City in 1883. The image captures the legendary Dodge City Peace Commission, a group of gunfighters assembled by Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson to support Luke Short, who had recently purchased a saloon in the unruly town. Standing tall with their hats and guns at the ready are WH Harris, Luke Short himself, and Bat Masterson. Seated around them are Charles E Bassett, Wyatt Earp, Frank McClain, and Neal Brown. These men epitomize the ruggedness and determination of lawmen in the American West during that time. Wyatt Earp is particularly well-known for his involvement in the infamous Gunfight at the OK Corral in 1881. His career as a lawman has made him an enduring figure in American history. This portrait not only showcases these remarkable individuals but also serves as a metaphor for law and order amidst chaos. Their stern expressions convey their commitment to maintaining peace within Dodge City's turbulent streets. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this historical moment frozen in time. It reminds us of our country's wild past while highlighting these brave men who risked their lives for justice. This print from "The Pictorial History of the Wild West" by James D Horan and Paul Sann allows us to glimpse into an era defined by bravery, danger, and adventure - an era that shaped America's identity forever.
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