Wild Bill, The Wild West, and Wild Exaggeration
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Famous Deaths
Wild Bill Hickok (1837-1876)
American cowboy and scout, shot dead from behind at 39 by Jack McCall while playing poker (he held a pair of Aces and a pair of 8's)
Died in 1876 1876 Highlights
About August 2, 1876
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 147 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
