What is joe bowman?

Joe Bowman was a legendary Texas lawman known for his marksmanship skills and quick draw. He was born in 1869 in Lampasas, Texas, and began his career as a ranch hand before becoming a sheriff's deputy in Uvalde County.

Bowman gained fame for his ability to shoot coins out of the air and for his lethal accuracy in gunfights. He was known for his fearlessness and determination in pursuing outlaws, and he was involved in several high-profile shootouts during his career.

In addition to his law enforcement career, Bowman also worked as a rodeo performer and trick shooter, entertaining audiences with his expert gun handling.

Joe Bowman passed away in 1962, but his legacy as a skilled and fearless lawman lives on in Texas folklore.