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Virgil Walter Earp (July 18, 1843 – October 19, 1905) was both deputy U.S. Marshal and Tombstone, Arizona, City Marshal when he led his younger brothers Wyatt and Morgan, and Doc Holliday, in a confrontation with outlaw Cowboys at the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral on October 26, 1881. They killed brothers Tom and Frank McLaury and Billy Clanton.
Oct 20, 2023 · Here are 9 facts about Virgil Earp and his life as an honorable lawman, stagecoach driver, saloonkeeper, gambler, miner and entrepreneur in the West. 1. Virgil’s first wife moved away when she was told he had died. Virgil Walter Earp was born on July 18, 1843 to Nicholas Earp and Virginia Ann Cooksey.
Virgil Earp – Upholding the Law of the West – Legends of America. “Virgil Earp was known as one of the most daring and adventurous of Western pioneers, and he was known from North to South on the Pacific Coast as one of the great-hearted men who helped to build the West.” – The Oregonian, October 30, 1905.
3 days ago · Virgil Earp. Kirkland, Arizona: Virgil Earp and his wife lived in Kirkland, an. unincorporated community in Yavapai County, from 1898 to 1903. This is a social-media hub curated for engagement by ...
Virgil Earp was an American war veteran and lawman and was most famous for his role in the ‘Gunfight at the O.K. Corral’ against the ‘Cowboys.’ Check out this biography to know about his family, personal life, and achievements.
Feb 18, 2019 · Renowned for the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral in 1881, Virgil Earp was a gunslinger who served as a lawman across the Wild West. "Boys, throw up your hands—I want your guns," Virgil demanded. The men replied it'd be over their dead bodies — the Earps gladly took them up on that offer.
Virgil Earp died in1905. Though his younger brother remains more famous, Virgil led an exciting and fulfilling life. His services as a soldier and peace officer, plus his successful homesteading venture, ensure that his place in history will be forever granted.
Mar 23, 2018 · Feature. Virgil Earp: In a Brother’s Shadow. Although he was a first-rate lawman and stood tall during that deadly gunfight near the O.K. Corral, Virgil Earp will forever be known as Wyatt’s older brother. by Lee A. Silva 3/23/2018.
Virgil Walter Earp (July 18, 1843 – October 19, 1905) was both deputy U.S. Marshal and Tombstone, Arizona, City Marshal when he led his younger brothers Wyatt and Morgan, and Doc Holliday, in a confrontation with outlaw Cowboys at the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral on October 26, 1881. They killed brothers Tom and Frank McLaury and Billy Clanton.
Jun 12, 2006 · Virgil Earp was known as one of the most daring and adventurous of Western pioneers and he was known from North to South on the Pacific Coast as one of the great-hearted men who helped to build the West. Virgil was buried at Portland’s Riverview Cemetery.
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