Unveiling the legend of Wild Bill Hickok

Unveiling the legend of Wild Bill Hickok | Part One

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Few names associated with the old west are as recognizable as Wild Bill Hickok. And for good reason. In many ways, Wild Bill was the quintessential Westerner of the later 19th century. Wagon master, scout, soldier, spy, lawman, gambler, actor, and yeah…gunfighter. A man capable of extraordinary feats of daring and bravery, yet courteous and soft-spoken when left alone, and kind to children. One of the few frontiersmen who was willing to take his guns off and go toe to toe with anyone looking for a fight. But also, a man who - even by generous accounts - was a bit too quick when it came to pulling the trigger. He could cuss like a sailor, consorted with ladies of ill repute, and would rather gamble than eat. He was friends with other notable frontiersmen like Buffalo Bill Cody, George Armstrong Custer, Kit Carson, and Calamity Jane, and Inspired future legends like U.S. Marshal Bill Tilghman and countless others. A celebrity in his own time, Hickok continues to tickle the imagination of millions. From the early silent film era till now, everyone from Gary Cooper to Charles Bronson to Jeff Bridges, Sam Elliot, and Keith Carradine has portrayed this icon on the big screen. But who was Hickok really? What sorta man was he? As with many notorious characters of the old west, much of the legend is built on exaggerated claims and outright lies. But in Hickok’s case, the truth is even more fascinating fiction. #wildwest #history #western
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@flammenwaffenfries3039 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny Powers narrating is the cherry on top

@westt9030 2 жыл бұрын

I live in Deadwood I really appreciate this. It's nice to acknowledge Hickok on the anniversary of his death. I love this picture also. Hickok had brothers and sisters he would send his brother a picture from time to time and tell him don't show Mom. He had obviously been growing his hair out and living a little wild

@mistydlove.5512 10 ай бұрын

You live in Deadwood?! 😮 That must be such a magnificent place to have grown up! I'm from Salem, MA (north of Boston) and I know how many people "forget" to appreciate the means in which our country was "founded" and settled. I've always genuinely loved history- ESPECIALLY American history. I feel blessed to have grown up in such a historic place. Do you visit the places spoken of in Deadwood? Or also- The Black Hills..? I told my husband just a few days ago that I want to stay at the "Bullock Hotel" and am adding it to my "bucket list" of places I want to see before I pass.

@BoomerMcBoom 2 жыл бұрын

Just getting into this video. Very cool. One of my heroes. A TRUE pistolero. I’m guessing Josey Wales wouldn’t have been a friend of his. LOL I’ve got a few Bushwhacker and Confederate ancestors, so maybe me neither. Still a BIG hero of mine. Pistolero Extraordinario!

@scottwyatt5173 2 жыл бұрын

I don't believe no 7pistolieros could take out JosieWales.

@BoomerMcBoom 2 жыл бұрын

@@scottwyatt5173 Not when “Hell’s comin’ to breakfast.”

@kenchesnut4425 Ай бұрын

This is by far the best Western Channel on the TUBE...TOP 5..GREAT JOB

@WildWestExtravaganza Ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@TsmithJustin 2 жыл бұрын

Please more long form like this! I'll always be disappointed that it's not bloody beaver anymore, but that's my opinion, and you've gotta do for you and yours. I'll be here either way bro! Road tripping from Oklahoma to Pennsylvania today and me and the missus thoroughly enjoyed. Much love brother.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Drive safe

@josepharamirez6912 Жыл бұрын

I’m so happy

@johnnieplageman9145 2 жыл бұрын

Always a highlight whenever a new episode premieres sir!!

@flavoredcracker 5 ай бұрын

Congratulations, from drunky to drunky. Lol. 3 years sober last November. I was a morning noon night every day drunk. At work, etc. 100 proof hot damn. 😂 keep it up!

@WildWestExtravaganza 5 ай бұрын

Congrats to you too! Three years is a big deal

@MattBurns10252 16 күн бұрын

8 months sober here. Have sentencing in 2 days in regard to my final blackout episode. Congrats on the three years brother

@ericsimpson1176 2 жыл бұрын

YAHOOOOO another wild west extravaganza ......

@iainmelville9411 2 жыл бұрын

Great show, can not wait for Part Two. Thanks a whole bunch, Josh. Stay well.

@majinstavros 2 жыл бұрын

Love more indepth multi episode formats. Hope you and the family are well.

@ES-wb2do 2 жыл бұрын

When the target shoots back, that invokes the FIBSA "Fuck, I'm Beeing Shot At" response, wich would most likely effect ones ability to shoot straight and true on the intended target.

@EmR1001 2 жыл бұрын

Love the podcast man, sorry you lost the original data for this episode. It was great none the less, your commentary is very educational while at the same time making it hilarious at times. All around my favorite podcast.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@DeepOwl1073 Жыл бұрын

I first heard your Arkansas Dave show then started at the beginning to get current. Don't be embarrassed by your early episodes, they are entertaining and creative, and got me hooked. BB4L \m/ and Endeavor to persevere.

@lemhanback9595 Жыл бұрын

Have you ever seen Jeff Bridges' version of Hickok? My favorite "You should know better than mess with another man's hat!" Grew up with "White Buffalo" with Bronson but I think Bridges played him best.

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

I've only seen clips...I need to

@kristaberck6821 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta agree about the bear story. Severing a bears jugular, when it's actively mauling you isn't, a fight winner. It's still free to keep mauling you, until it's oil pressure reaches zero. That'll take a few minutes, which is way more than enough for it to kill you, several times.

@mattlilly2303 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you mate. I love this guy. He is a man both great and flawed. Of his time and taken too early. Thanks and well done from the land down under.

@old-timerfull-timer245 Жыл бұрын

My hats off to you young man, more history from a great story teller, THANKYOU

@Kip4500 2 ай бұрын

So glad to find your site. This will make my 2 hour commute so much better. I will figure out the buy the coffee thing. Thanks again from Alabama

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Drive safe!

@dubyacwh7978 2 жыл бұрын

Marriage has ruined many a man He most likely would have been known as Mild William Another great show thank you very much for your efforts

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah but many a man has also been saved from hisself by a good woman.

@BrockNessMonster1991 Жыл бұрын

Mild Bill 😂 haaahhhh

@shaylacour8973 2 жыл бұрын

Always good to hear

@CmdrMoosicvsLounge 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to Part 2!!👍✌😎

@travislivengood7443 Жыл бұрын

My last house sat at the back edge of said property in Monticello. Monticello town hall was right down the road actually.

@samredras Жыл бұрын

"Damn! I need a cigarette after just reading this." 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@jamesdavidsmith4033 Жыл бұрын

The Outlaw Josey Wales, best Clint Eastwood film.

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

Good un

@feagal612 2 жыл бұрын

Top banana, thank you Mister Extravaganza!

@ferengiprofiteer9145 Жыл бұрын

5 stars! Even better the 2nd time through! Great job Josh.

@josephbrown4768 Жыл бұрын

Really looking forward to listening to this one man! I'd love to hear your thought on Calamity Jane one day.

@victorvega951 2 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah !

@shanehutchison6791 Жыл бұрын

Sorry that I'm late Josh. I've been waiting for this one...on to part 2! Cheers. 🇨🇦

@tomdetroit01 2 жыл бұрын

Another home run. I'll definitely become a member

@zorkwhouse8125 Жыл бұрын

it is to Hickock's credit that he was clearly more forward thinking than his parents (and perhaps their generation) in that he was able to fall for her regardless of her ethnic background such that it was only when duty to/respect for his parents (something that would have been a particularly big deal at that time as well) became the issue, rather than race, that he ended it. So, in spite of how it turned out, good for him.

@rogerironhide4220 7 ай бұрын

Love your personality bud 😂🤘🏻👍🏻💪🏻💯 & as always 🍻 to another great episode. I've been binge watching & it's really good stuff.

@WildWestExtravaganza 7 ай бұрын

Awesome thank you!

@j.e.tingentingen4954 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man... Thank you... You always pick up my day... and I am thankful for you bustin your butt for us out here... have a great week

@Jacob488.4 Жыл бұрын

I've realized that in all the pictures you throw up of these ppl they look familiar and relatable

@OGRocker1 2 жыл бұрын

we're with ya bro... no worries, God Bless

@davidrudd9846 2 жыл бұрын

True gun fighter

@mrbill_oh_no Жыл бұрын

Finally getting to listen to this, so hyped for this one!

@mistydlove.5512 10 ай бұрын

I am incredibly excited to have come across your content today! I am currently neck deep in a rabbit hole enveloped by "Wild West" history at the moment.

@WildWestExtravaganza 10 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@sillythekid7380 Жыл бұрын

Buddy, I'm thinking it might prove worthwhile to here an episode on this Briggum Young character & what the Mormons were up to back in them days. That run in W.B. had with them in this episode has got me itching to know more about them. Not a morman. But a fan of Utah. And a patron member. Long live the Beaver.

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

Coming soon!

@FelixstoweFoamForge Жыл бұрын

Severing a jugular won't put a mammal down too fast; BUT a severed Carotid Artery, WILL. In fact, 5 seconds is about the everage. (I practice old-school ju-juitsu, and a carotid "blood choke" will put you out in , funnily enough, about 5 seconds), so the bear story is at least possible, IF Billy-boy got the carotid. Difficult to do in a bear, but at least possible. Another really interesting episode buddy.

@user-py6oc4jo6c 10 ай бұрын

In the Hickok-McCandless fight, I suspect that McCandless did something that offended Mr.Hickok's (rather strong) sense of right and wrong and paid the price.

@BIGSeeVeeZee Жыл бұрын

Another great great video/story!!! Commentary is hilarious!! "Berserker mode" But great job brother!! I really enjoy your work! It's weird but, almost all your videos are about my favorite historical people!! Criminals, Cops, pioneers, heros or hunters. No matter which one you choose to inform us about is always one of my favorites!! Keep em coming!!! I still love the fact you made a video about Deadwood S.D. legend and saloon/whore house owner "Al Swearengen" 😂 great job!

@chriscraus6530 Жыл бұрын

I don't know how much KZfaq is giving you, if any at all, but you deserve good money for your hard work an research. You are one of the best hands down on KZfaq. Great work as always an thank you for all the work you put in.

@elijahbowles3214 Жыл бұрын

Love the content! Also congrats on your sobriety bro, good on you!

@scottwyatt5173 Жыл бұрын

Too bad we wasn't born rich,just of just so damn good looking 😎

@slingblade0085 2 жыл бұрын

I been WAITING on this one👏👏👏👍👍😎

@outdoorlife5396 2 жыл бұрын

Isn't it funny that there was writer on all the famous ones. Daniel Boone, Crockett had a play about him and Wild Bill had writers telling his tells.

@shortporch10 2 жыл бұрын

Another Great Video

@DeepOwl1073 Жыл бұрын

I'm really enjoying this, Josh. I just heard you mention duelist1954. Mike is a great guy and incredibly knowledgeable. I personally have several reproduction cap and ball revolvers and they are all sighted to 75 yards when you buy them.

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

I really liked his video!

@robertayoder2063 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Beave 👍

@Azzy5146 2 жыл бұрын

Great episode Josh! I always look forward to them.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@user-py6oc4jo6c 10 ай бұрын

A good job of separating the real man from the myths and legends. Hickok is now, (as he was in life) a moving target.

@WildWestExtravaganza 10 ай бұрын

Thanks

@larrylee2586 9 ай бұрын

Aces and eights is a myth

@BobcatWolfenstein 2 жыл бұрын

Got your data recovered, it appears

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Nope, had to start from scratch

@AIRRAID2 2 жыл бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza thank you Josh for taking your time to enlighten us 🤠👍🏻

@dillon.w7301 2 жыл бұрын

great video always happy to see a new one pop up

@tommydeamon7657 10 ай бұрын

I remember the first listen what last year maybe early this year any way I think the second part was allmost out when I watched the 2nd causeci didn't have to wait long on watching part 2 any way this is to pack on a little praise to the proprietor of this channel you do great work I think they should itagrate you're show into like grade 1-12 you know those years of school that are known for sucking my compliment though is this this is my 2nd watch and just like a Good movie it's actually better the 2nd time around

@Wootensportscards 10 ай бұрын

I'm glad I found this channel

@WildWestExtravaganza 10 ай бұрын

Me too

@marinerstim9420 Жыл бұрын

Just discovered your podcast on tiktok amd starting feom here on Spotify loving it so far love the old West 👌

@glasair38sr 2 жыл бұрын

Man. Joining the BIG TIME colluding with Lindsey Graham (not my SC L. Graham thankfully). Love that guy’s stuff almost as much as yours. :-p

@alanquintus2069 2 жыл бұрын

Really like the format. Entertaining and informative as usual.

@jeffwhisman7990 8 ай бұрын

Howdy. Just discovered your channel which has let to binge watching. Thank you for your honesty and hard work. Enjoying and learning a lot. Keep it up ya bastard. Got one on the Donner party? I am descended from the folks that split from the party prior the unfortunate events, took the southern route and settled in silicon valley area. Fascinating story I reckon. Appreciate ya, laters

@WildWestExtravaganza 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Nothing on the Donner party yet but hopefully in the future

@plymouthduster225 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Josh. Wild Bill Hickok is always who comes to mind when I think of the first Gunfighter. I was wondering if you might be interested in doing a video sometime in the future on his friend John Baker Omohundro better known as Texas Jack Omohundro?. I have never seen anyone do a video on him before. Can't wait for part 2.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, I'll talk about Texas Jack briefly in next weeks episode. He doesn't get enough credit

@nolanberger1235 10 ай бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza would you ever take interest in doing a calamity Jane episode? I live outside of deadwood and I would like to hear more about some of the local heros

@WildWestExtravaganza 10 ай бұрын

@@nolanberger1235 Absolutely

@michaeltwowolves3055 2 жыл бұрын

Lol as a police officer the only thing that matters is what can be proven. There are so many versions of the story at this point it’s potato vs tomato. So it could of gone both ways I suppose. As always another dime Josh!

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man

@pete-mz9vr 3 күн бұрын

You're the best!!

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 күн бұрын

You are

@lawrencemick1665 2 жыл бұрын

In the time life gun fighter series it states that while Wild Bill was Marshall of Abilene the James boys rode into town and passed a note to Bill stating that while they were in town they would behave themselves. But if he came calling they had arranged for his funeral. Bill did not come calling.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I have that book. I'll see if I can find anything else on this for the next episode but I will say those old time life books aren't all that accurate.

@leemartin9579 Жыл бұрын

You do a great job with these episodes of the old western legends! It is my favorite period of American history by far. Congrats on the two years of sobriety. As a musician I can relate totally to my performances before quitting the sauce verses now.

@Charlie.a Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your hard work.

@johnwesley6929 2 жыл бұрын

dam this is country and wild west AF but i love it.

@johnnieplageman9145 2 жыл бұрын

May I make a suggestion sir? Can we hear an extended episode of The Wounded Knee Massacre? As well as the aftermath.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, coming soon

@scottwyatt5173 2 жыл бұрын

Bloody beaver rides again.Love this shit.

@kennethbriody8396 7 ай бұрын

The Tut shooting, Hickok was brought in for court of inquiry by Capt. Albert Barnitz and acquitted,and this is from a letter written by Capt.Albert Barnitz You need to see if you could do some research on him, he was in the 7th at the Washita. No comment???

@tacofingerz7247 2 жыл бұрын

Hey my man! Been saving this for the weekend, pretty stoked that you finally did one on Wild Bill, he is one of my favorites but I was wondering, I wanted to revisit your episode on Hardin because he is my #1 but I can't find it anymore, why did you delete that one? Not on spotify either. Well hope you're having a great week Josh take care ✌

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Taco! I actually answer your question at the end of the episode.

@tacofingerz7247 2 жыл бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza No shit! Haha alright thanks man

@larrywoten2788 2 жыл бұрын

Josh in my humble opinion, id say mccandles was a bully who was used to makin threats and bein a blowhard who wasnt used to meeting any real resistance. Well like in life at any time in this world when a man like meets up with a man with a real hard edge to him, the bully will in most cases lose. The reason he died was probly because of the proliferation of available and reliable firearms in arms reach.

@kennethbriody8396 7 ай бұрын

He was also in early days was also known as Duck Bill

@WildWestExtravaganza 7 ай бұрын

Yes he was

@shaylacour8973 2 жыл бұрын

My watch ⌚

@middleamerican4673 Жыл бұрын

"Was that you Montana?"

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

My money'd be on you

@raymondmoore2707 Жыл бұрын

Back in those days, everything was different

@joearledge Жыл бұрын

If you're looking for history on old gats, Duelist1954 is an absolutely AMAZING channel. I'm sure many of you are already aware of it, but if not, he's probably done an article and/or video on most if not all of your favorite gats.

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

I think he might be the guy I mentioned in this series, but I can't remember

@joearledge Жыл бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza Yep he is, his name is Mike Bellaview(probably misspelling the last name, my GA education and all). He's had a long career as a professional writer for gun magazines, focusing mostly on antiques. So if you're interested in learning about guns or ammo from about 1750 to about 1950 he's a good one to look to. He also likes to have fun so from time to time he'll do stuff like try the "wild bill shot". I highly recommend him to anyone interested in that genre. He's not the only source of info, but he's a damn good one, and entertaining to boot, kinda like you. Anyway, keep up the good work!

@georgiajacobs2206 Жыл бұрын

I well like I was born back there

@jacobgill4808 9 ай бұрын

There's been a few people in modern-day times that have killed a grizzly bear with a knife while being attacked

@WildWestExtravaganza 9 ай бұрын

Vrry very few

@nathanielgreer2764 2 жыл бұрын

The guy who stopped the Greenwood Mall shooting in Indianapolis hit the shooter with 8 of 10 shots using a Glock 9 at 50 yards so it is definitely possible even if the target is shooting back.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Of course it's possible if the target is shooting back. Just not as easy.

@AIRRAID2 2 жыл бұрын

War?

@AIRRAID2 2 жыл бұрын

Think it was 40 yards bet hey who's countin(😉)

@nathanielgreer2764 2 жыл бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza it wouldn’t be possible for me because I would probably go all Private Joker and throw my gun in the air and run away.

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Haha

@user-gt2lh2ec9e 3 ай бұрын

Wow, I thought wild Bill was a OK feller, don't break the law. John P.

@nodescriptionavailable3842 Жыл бұрын

Only seen nosage like that from upstate NY

@GodblessAmerica617 Жыл бұрын

Hey bro, i got a petition..how bout you do Pancho Villa's right hand man ( Fierro ) ruthless serial killer

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

That's a great suggestion

@GodblessAmerica617 Жыл бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza look into him. He was quite a character. His name was Rodolfo Fierro aka the butcher. He was a psychopath who once shot someone one in a bet to see which way he would land either forward or backwards..crazy dude

@wrp3621 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah so I just found this WWE and I like what I hear. Some what cynical and skeptical, good traits in your line of work here.

@tadlovelace6787 2 жыл бұрын

🤠👍

@zachanderson7852 Жыл бұрын

Brother you should do one on bloody bill Anderson

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

I did

@jeremysteed3527 Жыл бұрын

How long did you practice all those past to say that particular phrase.

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

Jeremy you're going to have to much much more specific. How long did I practice what? And what phrase?

@jeremysteed3527 Жыл бұрын

@WildWestExtravaganza autocorrect crap changed my text, it's supposed to read p's not past. It was the long funny phrase that resembled Peter piper picked a peppered pickle lol

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

Ohhh! Ha! It took more than one take

@davidrudd9846 2 жыл бұрын

Killin a bear with just a knife seems to be the story of badasses back in the day davy crocket dan boone etc

@cliffduhon6297 Ай бұрын

No mention of Texas Jack. How can you do that? Texas Jack is the most interesting of all the state of west characters

@WildWestExtravaganza Ай бұрын

They knew each other during the period I discussed?

@paulh9727 Жыл бұрын

Peter Pelican picked off a peck of pickled peckerwoods

@raymondmoore2707 Жыл бұрын

Many of those wild bills were counterfeit

@LongTrout 2 жыл бұрын

Like me some good beaver

@dannysimmons3167 2 жыл бұрын

A little early isn’t it? But we’ll take it

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir

@tomdetroit01 2 жыл бұрын

No sound

@WildWestExtravaganza 2 жыл бұрын

Don't know why. It works for most and working from my end.

@tomdetroit01 2 жыл бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza good now. False alarm

@jacobgill4808 9 ай бұрын

Wild Bill Hickok is my great great great great uncle from my mother's side from Ohio my mother and myself both have auburn hair and I am a crack shot with a Glock

@WildWestExtravaganza 9 ай бұрын

That's pretty cool

@jtiller1031 Жыл бұрын

Hickok was born in 1836, not 1839. He died in 1876 at age 39.

@ElMarko6994 Жыл бұрын

So was his last name Butler or Hickok, lol I’m just curious cus I’m a Butler

@WildWestExtravaganza Жыл бұрын

Hickok. Butler was his middle name.

@ElMarko6994 Жыл бұрын

@@WildWestExtravaganza ah okay, that’s what I thought but I didn’t know if he had like took on someone else’s like a step parents last name or something. But thanks and great video man

@robertayoder2063 2 жыл бұрын

Beaver on the ugly bill or women thing you heard how misses Custer described him i cant remember exactly but she thought he was good looking