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Henry Heck Thomas (1850-1912) (b / w photo)
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Henry Heck Thomas (1850-1912) (b / w photo)
PNP252393 Henry Heck Thomas (1850-1912) (b/w photo) by American Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Deputy US Marshal Oklahoma Territory; hunted down many outlaws; Henry Thomas, Bill Tilghman and Chris Madsen made up the Three Guardsmen ; star and cresent badge of a peace officer of Oklahoma; ); Peter Newark Western Americana; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22952978
© Peter Newark Western Americana / Bridgeman Images
Enforcement Frontier Gunfighter Gunman Law Enforcer Lawman Old West Wild West
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This print captures the enigmatic figure of Henry Heck Thomas, a renowned lawman from the American Wild West. With his piercing gaze and formidable mustache, Thomas exudes an air of authority and fearlessness. Born in 1850, Thomas served as a Deputy US Marshal in the Oklahoma Territory during a time when outlaws roamed freely across the frontier. Known for his relentless pursuit of criminals, he was part of a legendary trio known as the Three Guardsmen alongside Bill Tilghman and Chris Madsen. The star and crescent badge pinned to Thomas' chest symbolizes his role as a peace officer in Oklahoma. It serves as a testament to his dedication to upholding justice in this untamed land. Captured by an anonymous American photographer, this portrait showcases not only Thomas' rugged appearance but also hints at the challenges he faced while enforcing law and order on the wild western frontier. As we peer into this photograph from another era, we are reminded of the bravery exhibited by individuals like Henry Heck Thomas who risked their lives daily to maintain peace amidst chaos. This image stands as a powerful tribute to all those who played their part in shaping America's history during its tumultuous early years.
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