The Classic Western ‘Tombstone’ is Based on Strange but True Events

It’s always great to learn and understand the events that defined history. We hear about these crazy moments that we just can’t seem to comprehend. I mean, the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral is revolutionary. This 1993 Western classic by Kevin Jarre is a movie that allowed us to take a step back in history.

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Believe it or not, Tombstone is rather accurate historically. Some of the unbelievable scenes, like Bill Brosius missing his shot with Wyatt three times from point-blank range right before Earp, cut him in half with a shotgun, happened to be documented and is real.

Here are some more unbelievably true facts about this wild film.

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