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ANNIE OAKLEY’S SHOW PIECE Sharpshooter Annie Oakley was one of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West’s world-famous are essential in the American 2 stars. She used this L. C. Smith side-by-side double-barrel hammerless , West – for hunting, military use, personal as well as other firearms, during her acts. Annie performed many feats during the protection, law enforcement, and for sports Wild West. She could shoot a dime out of her husband’s fingers, hit the edges of playing cards, and even shoot backwards. and entertainment. Throughout history the BLUNDERBUSS gun has been an important part of shaping The blunderbuss, or “Thunder Gun”, was a L.1.99.1 Western culture. 3 good for self-protection and military use. People used this early version of today’s shotgun THEODORE in the 1700’s. It was powerful, loud, and its flared ROOSEVELT’S muzzle, or mouth, made it easier to load many small 2 WINCHESTER metal balls, or “shot”, while moving. The Winchester Level Rifle was widely used in the 5 4 West, because it was useful for both hunting and fighting. 1 This Winchester Model 1895 rifle was a favorite of President 3 Theodore Roosevelt. Some of his “Rough Riders” used it in the 1988.8.1608 Spanish-American War, and Roosevelt used it for hunting in Africa.

HARDWARE STORE 4 Gun companies, such as Colt’s, were 5 the first to develop interchangeable parts and mass produce guns. They were able to manufacture large numbers of GATLING GUN guns in short periods of time. Other The Gatling gun was an companies, including Winchester, followed 1 impressive military firearm, by mass producing other items such as because of its rapid . roller skates, ice skates, tools, and razors. Richard Gatling invented this gun in 1861. This heavy gun has armor for more protection. Gatling guns were not easy to move, but they saw 1988.8.3327 important usage in the West. now it’s your turn: just the facts

what do Compare the blunderbuss to the Winchester Model 1895 rifle. Which you think? firearm doyou think is more useful? The big Which is more accurate? ? List the uses for guns in the West. question Explain how interchangeable parts Imagine the West without changed how companies produced goods. guns. How would performers What were the advantages and in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West have disadvantages of the Gatling Gun? performed differently? tell your side of the story let’s make it relevant

What area or object of the Cody Firearms Most of the fighting in the West was between Museum was your favorite and why? individuals or small groups, with people moving quickly to attack, escape, or find protective cover. Would you rather use a Winchester rifle or a Thank you Sinclair for generously Was there one area or object that you did not Gatling gun? Why? supporting the MILES program! know about before visiting the museum? What The blunderbuss of the 1700’s is different from did you learn? Buffalo Bill Center of the West the people shoot today. Which gun do 720 Sheridan Avenue | Cody, Wyoming 82414 you think is better for hunting and why? 307-587-4771 | www.centerofthewest.org