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Calamity Jane

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American scout and frontierswoman

United StatesLived 1852 to 1903 · aged 51
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Martha Jane Canary, better known as Calamity Jane, was an American frontierswoman, sharpshooter and storyteller. In addition to many exploits, she was known for being an acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok. Late in her life, she appeared in Buffalo Bill's Wild West show and at the 1901 Pan-American Exposition.

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Marker east of Princeton indicating the most widely believed location of her birth. The site was later occupied by a Premium Standard Farms hog farm.Marker east of Princeton indicating the most widely believed location of her birth. The site was later occupied by a Premium Standard Farms hog farm.1885 photos of Calamity Jane[12]1885 photos of Calamity Jane[12]Calamity Jane shares a drink with Teddy Blue Abbott, c. 1887.Calamity Jane shares a drink with Teddy Blue Abbott, c. 1887.Calamity Jane at Wild Bill Hickok's Gravesite, Deadwood, Dakota Territory, 1890sCalamity Jane at Wild Bill Hickok's Gravesite, Deadwood, Dakota Territory, 1890s

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Martha Jane Canary, better known as Calamity Jane, was an American frontierswoman, sharpshooter and storyteller. In addition to many exploits, she was known for being an acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok. Late in her life, she appeared in Buffalo Bill's Wild West show and at the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. She is said to have exhibited compassion to others, especially to the sick and needy. This facet of her character contrasted with her daredevil ways and helped to make her a celebrated frontier figure. She was also known for her habit of wearing men's attire.

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United States
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deceased
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Lived 1852 to 1903 · aged 51
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