In continual operation for 146 years, The Tombstone Epitaph remains a steadfast fixture of the Wild West era. It is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the state of Arizona, although some contend that honor belongs to the Weekly Arizonian. Founded in January 1880, its inaugural issue hit newsstands on May 1st of the same …
Nestled in the Arizona desert, Tombstone is a special place for history enthusiasts and Wild West aficionados alike. Its fame stems from real-life events like one of America's most infamous gunfights and its portrayal in iconic films like 1993's Tombstone. Established in 1879 by prospector Ed Schieffelin, Tombstone emerged as one of the final boomtowns …
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