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Deadwood, South Dakota
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Wild Bill Hickok was famously holding a pair of aces and eights, known as the 'dead man's hand,' when he was shot, and this hand is often associated with his grave.
Originally buried in the Ingelside Cemetery, Hickok's remains were moved to Mount Moriah Cemetery in 1879 due to concerns about flooding and preservation.
Calamity Jane, a well-known frontierswoman, requested to be buried next to Wild Bill Hickok, and her wish was granted when she died in 1903.
The grave of Wild Bill Hickok is one of the most visited spots in Deadwood, attracting history enthusiasts and fans of the Old West.
Before his untimely death, Wild Bill Hickok served as a lawman in various towns, including Abilene, Kansas, where he was known for his quick draw and sharp shooting.
A life-sized bronze statue of Wild Bill Hickok stands near his grave, commemorating his legendary status in American history.
Mount Moriah Cemetery, where Hickok is buried, is a historic site that also includes the graves of other notable figures from the Old West era.
