American West

America's Western Heritage of the 19th Century.

''Comanche''

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/comanche 31st Jul 2021 - The ''Warhorse'' known as ''Comanche'', led a life so shrouded in myth and legend – that much of his ''truth'' has been greatly exaggerated. It …

The Rifle of Chief Crazy Horse

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/the-rifle-of-chief-crazy-horse 31st Jul 2021 - As War Chief of The Ogala Sioux, (Native Americans) - his name was Tasunke Witko, which translated means "His Horse Is Crazy". A noted brave warrior ( …

US 3rd Colorado Cavalry

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/us-3rd-colorado-cavalry 31st Jul 2021 - The uniqueness and later infamy that is attached to The 3rd Colorado Cavalry Regiment, while not perhaps well known, is nonetheless a crucial componen …

Cheyenne Dog Soldier

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/cheyenne-dog-soldier 31st Jul 2021 - Perhaps of The The US Army's most vaunted Native American Warrior Enemies, was not The Sioux or Apache – but The Cheyenne. Originating from Minn …

Wyatt Earp (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/wyatt-earp-weapons 31st Jul 2021 - Wyatt Earp was a colorful figure (made so by many enduring myths). One time Buffalo Hunter, Saloon Owner, Pimp and Brothel Owner – Earp also ser …

Pat Garrett (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/pat-garrett-weapons 31st Jul 2021 - In addition to being a Gambler, one-time Customs Agent (appointed by President Theodore Roosevelt) and Bartender, Patrick Floyd Garrett served as Sher …

John Peter Ringo (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/john-peter-ringo 31st Jul 2021 - Otherwise known as Johnny Ringo, he was part of the infamous Cochise County Cowboys. Born in Indiana, Ringo was related by marriage (his Aunt) – …

Jesse James (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/jesse-james-weapons 31st Jul 2021 - Perhaps one of the best known of American Western Outlaws, Jesse James was born in Missouri. Joining a band of Confederate Guerillas (Quantrills Raide …

John Henry ''Doc'' Holiday (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/john-henry-doc-holiday-weapons 31st Jul 2021 - Nicknamed “Doc” Holiday, John Henry Holiday was a Dentist by trade. Contracting tuberculous at an early age (and given a short life expect …

William Bartholomew ''Bat'' Masterson (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/william-bartholomew-bat-masterson-weapons 31st Jul 2021 - William Bartholomew Masterson (nicknamed Bat), was another who led a colorful life. One time Buffalo Hunter, Army Scout and Gambler, “Bat” …

Ike Clanton (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/ike-clanton-weapons 31st Jul 2021 - A member of The Cochise Country Cowboy Gang, Ike was cattle rustler – born in Missouri. Like many who lived in the Territory of Missouri after T …

Charles Bowles (Weapons)

https://www.stronghold-nation.com/history/ref/charles-bowles 31st Jul 2021 - Charles Bowles (aka Black Bart), was an English born American Western Outlaw. Known as a “Gentleman Bandit”, he was noted for his stylish …