Photos from The Wild West That Were Preserved Forever

Pear Heart

Pearl Heart was a woman that no one wanted to mess with. She gained her celebrity status after escaping from prison. Despite her criminal history, she had actually grown up in a wealthy family and was highly education. Who knows why she wanted to run alongside the outlaws?

Brothels and Madams

Most women weren't outlaws back in the day. They were either homemakers or Madams in the Wild West. Madams were highly respected individuals who ran brothels for cowboys. You did not want to mess with one of her girls. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.