Photos from The Wild West That Were Preserved Forever

Brothels and Madams

Most women weren't outlaws back in the day. They were either homemakers or Madams in the Wild West. Madams were highly respected individuals who ran brothels for cowboys. You did not want to mess with one of her girls. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.