Wild West Overview

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the Wild West, highlighting its lawless nature, notable figures, and historical conflicts.

Lawless

Characterized by a lack of law and order; often associated with the Wild West.

Dakota Territories

Region in the northern Great Plains that became known for its lawlessness during the westward expansion.

Tombstone

A notorious town in Arizona known for its wild reputation and the gunfight at the O.K. Corral.

Earp Brothers

Famous figures in the Wild West, known for their involvement in law enforcement and conflicts with outlaws.

Clantons

Family known for their feud with the Earps, particularly during the infamous O.K. Corral shootout.

O.K. Corral

Site of a historic gunfight in Tombstone, Arizona, in 1881 involving the Earp brothers and the Clanton family.

Doc Holliday

A gambler and gunfighter, who was also a trained dentist, known for his friendship with the Earp brothers.

Bat Masterson

A lawman and gambler in the Old West, known for his association with famous figures like Wyatt Earp.

Statehood

The condition of being a recognized state in the United States, which many territories aspired to achieve.

Gambler

A person who plays games of chance for money; prevalent in the lawless environment of the Wild West.