Copy of photograph of the hanging of Steve Young, Laramie, Wyoming Territory, 1868.
Written on the back: "Steve Young (hangin) Laramie, Wyoming, October 1868. The boy just behind the victim's right hand is your humble servant. W.O. Owen." William O. "Billy" Owen (1859-1947) arrived in Laramie with his mother and two sisters when the town was founded. At the young age of 9, Billy witnessed the lynching of self-appointed town marshall Steve Young for killings that were occurring in Laramie. In the background are shown the Union Pacific Hotel, Eating House, and Depot in Laramie City.
Resource Identifier
ah100971
Citation
F. M. Fryxell papers, Collection No. 1638, Box 1, Folder "Owen, William O. Photos," American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
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