Dodge City
Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, and the Wickedest Town in the American West
by:
Tom Clavin
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book chronicles the lives and legends of Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson, two iconic lawmen of the American West, focusing on their roles in taming Dodge City, Kansas, during its heyday as a hub of lawlessness and vice. It delves into their notable gunfights, personal relationships, and the broader context of frontier justice in a town infamous for its outlaws and gamblers.
Key points:
1. Law and Order: The book emphasizes the role of law and order in the American West, focusing on Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson's efforts to maintain peace in Dodge City, Kansas.
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