Charles Miller (gambler)
Charles P. Miller | |
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| Born | c. 1851 |
| Died | November 7, 1881 (aged 30) |
| Cause of death | Murdered |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Gambler, confidence man and swindler |
| Known for | New Orleans gambler known as "King of the Bunco Men"; ran one of the largest bunco operations in the United States during the late 19th century. |
Charles P. Miller (c. 1851 – November 7, 1881) was an American gambler, confidence man and swindler. He was popularly known as "King of the Bunco Men", at times sharing that title with fellow tricksters Tom O'Brien and Joseph "Hungry Joe" Lewis, and ran one of the largest bunco operations in the United States during the late 19th century.