James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok
N 41° 27.977 W 089° 05.031
16T E 325981 N 4592616
This is where "Wild Bill" Hickok was born.
Waymark Code: WMH0H
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 07/10/2006
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James Butler Hickok was born in this location May 27, 1837. He served his country as a scout and spy in the western states, to preserve the union in the civil war. He was an upholder of law and order, contributing to making the west a safe place for women and children. He was assassinated at deadwood August 2, 1876.
Near the statue is a plaque and monument erected by the State of Illinois in 1929.