Historical Figures · 21st Century
Bat Masterson’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Bat Masterson, Unknown
Who Was Bat Masterson?
Limited biographical information is available about Bat Masterson.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Bat Masterson's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Bat Masterson died October 25, 1921 at his desk while writing a column. He had no spoken last words; his final written words were mid-sentence about sports, not 'I have lived my truth.'
Sources
- newspaper New York Morning Telegraph archives
- biography Biography by Robert K. DeArment
Legacy
Bat Masterson's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Bat Masterson’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Bat Masterson die?
Bat Masterson died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Bat Masterson’s last words documented?
Bat Masterson died October 25, 1921 at his desk while writing a column. He had no spoken last words; his final written words were mid-sentence about sports, not 'I have lived my truth.'
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