Photos from The Wild West That Were Preserved Forever

Secret Identities

The women of the Wild West usually went by monikers in order to protect their families and friends just in case something went wrong. Many women went by names like "soiled doves," "ladies of the line," "sporting women," "Doves of the roast," "fallen frails," "nymphs du prairie," and "fallen angels." They were only referred to as the names above and usually never their real names unless they were well-respected.

The Bob Saloon

A group of cowboys are just hanging around the Bob Saloon in this photo. The owner was a cowboy, too, so he knew exactly what type of establishment to create for his fellow cowboys. Patrons could dance, play card games, dice games, and even bowl. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.