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Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
It tells the story of the aftermath of the Civil War and how the United States transformed into the "land of opportunity" spanning the years 1865 to 1890. Viewers will be transported into the violent world of cowboys, Indians, outlaws, and lawmen. The eight-episode limited event series chronicles the personal, little-known stories of Western legends such as Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull.
Pub. Date
c2015.
Language
English
Description
It investigates the origins and authenticity of a tintype discovered in 2010 that appears to feature an image of the legendary outlaw. If authenticated, the photograph could set a new record for the sale of an extremely rare and highly-prized collectible. Using modern methods and time period recreations, this special pieces together a mystery more than 130 years in the making, the story of one of the first media bad-boys who was once the most hunted...
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Jesse James is one of the most infamous outlaws in American history. He is remembered for his gunslinging skills, ruthless bank robberies, and frequent train hijackings. A volatile mixture of charisma and cruelty, he ruled his gang with an iron first. Jesse's demise was put in motion when he met Robert Ford, who had been obsessed with the bandit since childhood. Ford joined the Gang, but the reality did not live up to the fantasy. Ultimately, a government...
7) Jesse James
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Examines the life and the legend of the infamous outlaw Jesse James. Looks at his formative years in a Southern household dependent on slave labor and as a member of a vicious band of Missouri guerrillas during the Civil War. Describes his life as a violent criminal, as he and his gang moved on to robbing banks, stagecoaches, and railroads in the post-war era. Relates how James was eventually killed when one of his own gang members shot him in the...
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