George Newcomb
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George "Bitter Creek" Newcomb (1866–May 2, 1895) was an American outlaw of the American Old West. He was first a member of the Dalton Gang, but after being called "too wild" by Bob Dalton, he and Bill Doolin started the Wild Bunch gang.
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George Newcomb | |
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Born | 1866 Fort Scott, Kansas, United States |
Died | May 2, 1895 (aged 28-29) |
Cause of death | Gunshot wound |
Nationality | American |
Other names | Bittercreek Newcomb |
Occupation | Cowboy |
Allegiance | Dalton Gang, Wild Bunch |
Criminal charge | Bank robbery |
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