Charlie Bassett
Charlie Bassett | |
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Charlie Bassett on 10 June 1883 | |
| Born | Charles E. "Charlie" Bassett October 30, 1847 |
| Died | January 5, 1896 (aged 48) |
| Occupation(s) | Lawman and saloon owner |
| Known for | One of the founders of the Long Branch Saloon in Dodge City; first sheriff of Ford County, Kansas; Dodge City marshal |
Charles E. Bassett (October 30, 1847 – January 5, 1896) was a lawman and saloon owner in the American Old West in Dodge City. He was one of the founders of the Long Branch Saloon in Dodge City, served as the first sheriff of Ford County, Kansas, as well as city marshal of Dodge City. His deputies included Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson.