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What is Buffalo Bill known for?

  • Being an American soldier, bison hunter, and showman

  • Being a famous novelist

  • Being a professional boxer

  • Being a political leader

Answer

Buffalo Bill, whose real name was William Frederick Cody, was an American soldier, bison hunter, and showman. He is best known for his Wild West shows, which toured the United States and Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The shows featured cowboys, Native Americans, and other performers, and were popular with audiences. Buffalo Bill also wrote several books about his life and adventures.
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