James Butler

Murdered
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On August 2, 1876, in Deadwood, Dakota Territory, James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok, aged 39, was fatally shot while playing poker at Nuttal & Mann's Saloon. Known for his preference to sit with his back against a wall to monitor the room, Hickok was unable to secure such a seat that day and reluctantly took a chair facing away from the entrance.

During the game, Jack McCall, an unsuccessful gambler who had previously lost to Hickok, entered the saloon. Approaching from behind, McCall dr ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    James Butler

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Deadwood

    SD

    1876-08-02

    39

    James

    Butler

    Yes

    11/26/2024

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