Was John Wayne Left-Handed? Unraveling the Truth Behind “The Duke’s” Dominant Hand

The Proper-Handed Persona: Constructing the Icon A Cinematic Development John Wayne, “The Duke,” a reputation that conjures photographs of rugged heroism, stoic resolve, and the quintessential American cowboy. From his breakout position in *Stagecoach* to his last efficiency in *The Shootist*, Wayne embodied the frontier spirit and the values of the American West for generations … Read more

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