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Recently my family and I had the opportnity to travel time and distance,no it was not a trip to the Twilight Zone;but a trip on the Inland Railroad.When we boarded in Eusus Fl we didn't realize that within twenty minutes we would not arrive in our schedled Tavares but 2ooo miles further west and a 120 years ago.We arrived in Tombstone AZ just in time for the Gunfight at OK Corral.
When we deboarded we were rewarded with a mock up version of the Town too tough to die.Wyatt and his brothers were patrolling the streets,and Doc was in a not too friendly poker game with the Clanton gang.It seemed the more Doc won the angrier the cowboys became.The anger escaladed until Marshall White came and demanded Curly Bill to surrender.Marshall White was acidentily killed while making the arrest.
Other incidents were highlighted some humorous;but everyone knew when that the humor was over when the Earps donned their black coats and with Doc Holliday had a resolute walk into history.
The show was educational and informative while keeping it kid friendly for younger children.The actors ,Gunfighters Inc were knowing of their characters,history,and weapons.
I reccommend anybody who has the opportunity to see Gunfighters Inc,[located in central Fl ],in action that you saddle up.This is a group that is truly worthy to ride the iver with.

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Comment by Basket on March 12, 2009 at 10:31am
I have a cousin that used to be in one of the street shootouts for years. But all the falls he took, took a toll on his knees and he can't do it anymore. But they do really put a lot into their roles. When they are there, they ARE their character! They "hung" my dad when he was there about 15 yrs ago. My dad was one of the last proverbial range cowboys...horse, chaps and pack of unfiltered Camels rolled up in his t-shirt sleeve...and he played it up to the hilt. When they asked if he had any last requests, his response was "Yeah....to live forever." Of course, that got a big chuckle out of everyone. Glad you had a good time!

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