Photos from The Wild West That Were Preserved Forever

Mojave Native Maiman

Maiman was a guide-interpretor in the 19th century. He was close friensd with the photographer of this photo, Timothy O'Sullivan. The two ventured out into the wilderness to take photos quite often. Miaman even helped O'Sullivan find pieces of land that he would have never dreamed of photographing!

Cowboy Stuntin'

Cowboys were so easily identifiable because of their look. They could always be spotted wearing a bandana, leather gloves, chaps, boots, jeans, and their classic cowboy hat. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.