This is Katherine McHale Slaughterback, otherwise known as Rattlesnake Kate. She fought off 140 rattlesnakes in 1925 using just three bullets and a “No Hunting” sign. (1024x601) - History Education Network

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This is Katherine McHale Slaughterback, otherwise known as Rattlesnake Kate. She fought off 140 rattlesnakes in 1925 using just three bullets and a “No Hunting” sign. (1024×601)

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