Calamity Jane
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1852 – 1903
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Who was Calamity Jane?
Martha Jane Canary, better known as Calamity Jane, was an American frontierswoman, and professional scout best known for her claim of being an acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok, but also for having gained fame fighting Indians. She is said to have also exhibited kindness and compassion, especially to the sick and needy. This contrast helped to make her a famous frontier figure.
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- Born
- May 1, 1852
Princeton - Nationality
- United States of America
- Lived in
- El Paso
- Died
- Aug 1, 1903
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on July 23, 2013
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