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Hickman, William Adams, 1815-1883

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1815 - 1883

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

William Adams Hickman autobiography

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230336601]
Identifier: MSS 936
Scope and Contents

Typewritten excerpts from an autobiography by William Adams "Wild Bill" Hickman. Hickman converted to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and migrated to Utah in 1849, served as a peace officer in Utah, and raised horses. Also included are excerpts from letters by family members.

Dates: 1880
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / William Adams Hickman autobiography

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  • Subject: Peace officers -- Utah -- History -- Sources X

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