The Life of Buffalo Bill · Character
Dick Curtis
A fellow scout riding alongside Buffalo Bill, he belongs to the rugged brotherhood of plainsmen whose shared dangers and exploits fill Cody's narrative with grit and camaraderie.
supporting
Also known as Dick, Curtis
First appearance: viii adventures on the overland road
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Scout who vouches for Cody's ability to find his way in the dark, prompting the dispatch of a horse.
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Character groups
- Extended Frontier Network
- Protagonist
- Military Commanders and Scouts
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- Breaking point
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- Closing
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