The gunfight that took place on October 26, 1881, in Tombstone, Arizona, is considered the quintessential embodiment of an Old West shoot-out. Yet the controversy over who shot first, who was justified, and who caused it has continued for over 140 years, rarely losing its momentum.
How dependable were the witnesses at the time? How many were so-called "Earp supporters?" Which ones were "cowboy supporters?" Were any actually neutral? Can we trust the recollections of people caught in a shocking moment of violence, both expected and unexpected? And what were their Vantage Points?
Follow Joyce Aros as she sets out to pursue a more in-depth examination of the testimonies regarding the gunfight on Fremont Street.
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