Who was Wyatt Earp?
Q: Who was Wyatt Earp?
A: Wyatt Earp was a Deputy U.S. Marshal, Deputy Sheriff, and Deputy Town Marshal in the Old West who is most famous for his involvement in the Gunfight at (near) the O.K. Corral.
Q: What positions did Earp hold throughout his life?
A: Throughout his life, Wyatt Earp held various law enforcement positions such as constable, city policeman, county sheriff, Deputy U.S. Marshal, Deputy Sheriff, teamster, buffalo hunter, saloon-owner, gambler, mine owner, bouncer, brothel owner and boxing referee.
Q: Where did he develop a solid reputation as a lawman?
A: He developed a solid reputation as a lawman in Wichita Kansas where he became a deputy city marshal for one year.
Q: Who did he meet while gambling in Texas?
A: While gambling in Texas he met John Henry "Doc" Holliday whom Earp said saved his life.
Q: What caused the conflict between the Cowboys and the Earps?
A: The conflict between the Cowboys and the Earps was caused by their conflicting interests; The Cowboys threatened to kill the Earps after they bought an interest in Vizina Mine and some water rights which put them into competition with each other over resources.
Q: How many people were killed during the Gunfight at O K Corral ?
A: Three outlaws were killed during the Gunfight at O K Corral
