Calamity Jane
1853–1903 (age 50)
Frontierswoman
Biography
Calamity Jane, born Martha Jane Canary, became a household name on the Western frontier through her fearless spirit and steady heart. She rode alongside soldiers and settlers, tended wounded men, and offered companionship to weary travelers, earning a reputation for bravery as much as for laughter.
Beyond the bold tales, she was a caring presence to families in need, a fierce advocate for the vulnerable, and a living reminder of the resilience demanded by frontier life. Her legend endures as a woman who embraced adventure while tenderly watching over those she met on the trail.