Wild West Deep Dives
Wild West Deep Dives is a narrative history podcast about the American frontier, focusing on real and often brutal stories from westward expansion. Each episode draws on primary sources, period newspapers, diaries, and modern scholarship to reconstruct massacres, wars, gunfights, and daily hardships. It examines outlaws, lawmen, frontier wars, and forgotten communities, separating legend from what actually happened. The show aims to uncover the gritty realities faced by people living and dying on the edge of the American West.
Episodes
The James-Younger Gang’s Last Great Raid | Northfield, 1876
On September 7, 1876, eight members of the James-Younger Gang rode into Northfield, Minnesota, expecting another successful bank robbery.They had traveled hundreds of miles from Missouri, scouted towns across Minnesota, purchased horses and ammunition, studied escape routes and prepared carefully for the job ahead. Jesse and Frank James were there. So were Cole, Jim and Bob Younger, Clell Miller,
Harry Tracy: The Violent Death of The Last Desperado | Finale
Harry Tracy had escaped prison, survived gunfights, crossed Washington with posses behind him, and vanished into the Cascade Mountains. By August 1902, one of the most notorious outlaw manhunts in the history of the American West appeared to have lost its fugitive.Then Harry Tracy surfaced again.In Episode 8—the finale of the Harry Tracy Deep Dive—we follow the escaped Oregon State Penitentiary co
Harry Tracy: Vanishing Into the Cascades | Ep. 7
Harry Tracy had survived the Battle of Bothell & Woodland Park, and now the 1902 manhunt for the escaped outlaw spread across Seattle and western Washington. Hundreds of men were looking for him—but somehow, Tracy continued slipping through the search lines.In Episode 7 of the Harry Tracy Deep Dive, the hunt moves from Bainbridge Island and Puget Sound into West Seattle, Renton, Kent, and the
Harry Tracy: The Battle of Bothell | Episode 6
With David Merrill gone, Harry Tracy emerged alone—and the manhunt entered an entirely new phase.On July 1st, 1902, Tracy appeared near Olympia and seized the launch N&S, forcing Captain A.J. Clark and his crew to carry him north toward Seattle. During the nearly twelve-hour journey, Tracy spoke openly about Merrill, gave his own version of what had happened between them, and continued moving
Harry Tracy & David Merrill: The End of the Outlaw Partnership | Ep. 5
After escaping the Oregon State Penitentiary, Harry Tracy and David Merrill had made it across the Columbia River and into Washington—but the manhunt was only growing larger.Moving through the countryside of southwestern Washington, the two fugitives relied on stolen food, clothing, horses, and the people they encountered along the way to stay ahead of the posses closing in behind them. Reports of
Harry Tracy: The Bloody Oregon Prison Break | Ep. 4
For nearly three years, Harry Tracy and David Merrill lived behind the walls of the Oregon State Penitentiary, where they worked in the foundry, studied the prison’s routines, and quietly prepared for the moment when they would make their escape.On the morning of June 9, 1902, the two convicts uncovered a pair of Winchester rifles hidden inside the prison and put their plan into motion. Within min
Harry Tracy: The Bear Cage Escape and the Road to Oregon Prison | Ep. 3
This is Episode 3 of the Harry Tracy Deep Dive.Harry Tracy and David Lant slip out through the bear cage at Hahn’s Peak. Their freedom, however, was short-lived. After Neiman reversed his earlier account, authorities moved quickly, and both men were recaptured.Sent to Aspen to face the consequences, Tracy and Lant once again found a way out. Another jailbreak placed them back on the run, but somew
Harry Tracy & David Lant: The Outlaw Partnership Begins | Episode 2
Harry Tracy had left Wisconsin, abandoned his real name, and drifted west through railroad towns and logging camps. But when he reached Utah and crossed paths with David Lant, his story began to change.Lant was young, restless—and, like Tracy, came from a respectable family that never could have imagined where his life was headed. Together, the two men began moving closer to the violence, crime, a
Harry Tracy: The Early Years (Ep. 1)
Before Harry Tracy became one of the most feared fugitives in the American West, he was Harry Severns — a young man from Wisconsin whose early life was buried under rumor, bad reporting, dime novels, and decades of confusion.In Episode 1 of this Wild West Deep Dive, we begin the true story of Harry Tracy by going back before the prison escapes, before the manhunts, and before the newspapers turned
Jack Watkins: The Forgotten Gunfighter Who Terrorized Wyoming
Jack Watkins emerged from the violent railroad towns of early Wyoming with a reputation as one of the fastest and most dangerous gunmen on the frontier. Known as “The Laramie Terror,” Watkins was remembered as a hunter, rancher, suspected horse thief and outlaw whose name became connected to the Bear River City Riot, notorious gunmen, stagecoach robbers and some of the most dangerous outlaw gangs
Tom Tobin & the Hunt for the Bloody Espinosas
Hope everyone had an amazing 4th of July! Happy 250th!In 1863, Colorado Territory was gripped by fear.A series of brutal killings spread across the mountain roads, mining camps, ranches, and lonely settlements of southern Colorado. The killers became known as the Bloody Espinosas — Felipe Espinosa and those who rode with him — and for a time, soldiers, posses, and lawmen could not stop them.Then F
Lawmen: Bass Reeves — The Truth Behind the Show
In this episode, we’re breaking down Lawmen: Bass Reeves and comparing the TV series to the real history behind one of the most legendary lawmen of the American West.I really enjoyed the series. It was entertaining, well acted, beautifully shot, and had some incredible moments. If you’re wondering how much of it actually happened, the answer is: some of it did, a lot of it didn’t, and the real Bas
Simon Kenton - Legendary Frontiersman
Simon Kenton is one of the great frontier names that deserves to be remembered far more than it is. Born in Virginia in 1755, Kenton was still a teenager when one violent moment changed the course of his life. Believing he had killed a man in a jealous fight, he fled west, took on the name Simon Butler, and stepped into the dangerous world of the early American frontier.What followed was one of th
The Ward Party Massacre - 1854
On August 20, 1854, a small wagon train led by William Alexander Ward — often remembered simply as Alexander Ward — was nearing Fort Boise on the Oregon Trail when their journey came to a violent and horrifying end.The Ward Party had survived months on the trail, crossing dangerous country, enduring exhaustion, heat, hunger, river crossings, and the daily struggle of keeping people and animals ali
Was Henry Plummer Really the Outlaw Sheriff of Bannack?
Henry Plummer is one of the most controversial figures in Old West history. Was he really the Outlaw Sheriff of Bannack — a lawman secretly leading a gang of road agents, robbers, and killers across the Montana gold fields? Or was he a flawed but innocent man, hanged without a trial by the Montana Vigilantes during one of the most debated episodes of frontier justice?In this episode, we follow the
The Legend of Boone Helm - The Cannibal Outlaw
In this episode of Wild West Deep Dives, we explore the dark and disturbing legend of Boone Helm — the outlaw remembered as one of the most feared names of the American frontier.Born in Kentucky, raised on the Missouri borderlands, and driven west by violence, Boone Helm’s life became a trail of murder, robbery, survival, and infamy. From the California gold fields to Oregon, from the frozen wilde
The Man Who Killed Hardin - John Selman
John Selman killed John Wesley Hardin—but that’s not the whole story.Before Hardin was shot inside the Acme Saloon, another man had already been killed. And before a year had passed, Selman would be dead as well. What happened in El Paso in 1895 wasn’t just a single act of violence—it was part of a chain.In this episode, we break down the full story of John Selman: lawman, outlaw, and one of the m
The Life of Bass Reeves - Full 8-Part Series
The full story of Bass Reeves — all in one place.In this 5-hour deep dive, we cover the complete life of one of the most legendary lawmen of the American West. From his birth into slavery… to his rise as a Deputy U.S. Marshal in the dangerous Indian Territory… to the legacy he left behind after more than three decades on the frontier.This episode combines all 8 parts of the Wild West Deep Dives se
The Battle of Pima Butte (1857): The Last Major Intertribal Battle in the Southwest
On September 1, 1857, deep in the Arizona desert, one of the largest and most brutal Native vs Native battles in North American history unfolded—and almost no one remembers it.In this episode of Wild West Deep Dives, we break down the Battle of Pima Butte, also known as the Battle of Maricopa Wells. What began as a carefully planned raid quickly spiraled into chaos, as a coalition of Quechan, Moja
The Grattan Fight (1854)
On the 19th of August, 1854, a small detachment of U.S. soldiers marched out of Fort Laramie with a simple mission — arrest a single Sioux warrior over a dead cow. Within hours, nearly every man in that command would be dead, and the Great Plains would be pushed toward decades of brutal warfare.In this episode of Wild West Deep Dives, we break down the Grattan Fight — often called the Grattan Mass
Augustine Chacón - The Truth Exposed
For more than a century, the name Augustine Chacón has been repeated in Old West history as one of the most feared outlaws of the Arizona Territory. Newspapers claimed he was a ruthless killer, a bandit leader, and a man responsible for dozens of murders across the borderlands. Some stories even claimed he bragged about killing thirty “gringos.” But when historians began digging into the records,
The Real Story of Beaver Dick Leigh
**Disclaimer** I believe I mispronounced Bannock, after further research, it seems to be pronounced 'Ban-uck', I will fix this mistake in the future and I apologize. Richard “Beaver Dick” Leigh was more than a mountain man — he was a living bridge between the fur trade era and the settled American West. Born in England in 1831, he crossed an ocean as a child, claimed to have served in the
The Battle of Summit Springs (1869)
On July 11, 1869, a small column of cavalry and Pawnee scouts rode out of the sand hills of northeastern Colorado and shattered a Cheyenne village at Summit Springs. In a single afternoon of dust, gunfire, and chaos, Tall Bull was killed, the Dog Soldiers were broken, and armed resistance on the Colorado Plains was forever changed. But this is more than a battlefield story. It’s a story of broken
Zip Wyatt: The Manhunt That Overtook Indian Territory
In the summer of 1895, Indian Territory wasn’t just chasing a man — it was chasing a name. Zip Wyatt was blamed for robberies he may have committed, murders he may not have, and a wave of violence that spread far beyond what one fugitive could realistically cause. As posses closed in, gunfights erupted in canyons, deputies were wounded, rumors grew wilder, and newspapers helped turn Wyatt into som
The Mason County War - Hoodoo War (Texas 1874-1877)
In the mid-1870s, Mason County, Texas descended into one of the darkest and most overlooked feuds of the American West. What began as accusations of cattle theft quickly spiraled into lynchings, ambushes, and daylight murders as vigilante justice replaced the courts. Known as the Mason County War—often called the Hoodoo War—this conflict pitted neighbor against neighbor, German settlers against An
"Three-Fingered" Smith: An Idaho Pioneer
Sylvester “Three-Fingered” Smith was one of Idaho’s earliest pioneers—a mountain man, miner, merchant, and frontiersman who lived most of his life on the edge of civilization. From the first gold strikes at Florence to the remote valleys of the Salmon River country, Smith witnessed—and survived—nearly every danger the Idaho frontier had to offer, the Nez Perce War, the Bannock War & the Sheepe
History of the Sheepeaters & the Sheepeater War of 1879
High in the remote mountains of Idaho and the Greater Yellowstone region lived a little-known people called the Sheep Eaters, or Tukudeka — a group often misunderstood, misidentified, and nearly erased from history. For generations, they survived in the high country by hunting bighorn sheep, moving with the seasons, and avoiding contact with the outside world.In 1879, that isolation came to an end
History of Indian Territory (Video) Encore
This episode is from the 3 Part Series I did on Indian Territory, so if you hear, in the last episode or next episode, that is why but it focuses on the Five Civilized Tribes — the Cherokee, Muscogee (Creek), Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Seminole. Each nation had its own customs, traditions, and ways of life, and to avoid confusion, we examine each tribe individually rather than blending their stories
The Horrell Brothers | The First Lincoln County War & Their Feud with Pink Higgins
In this deep dive, we explore the violent and often overlooked story of the Horrell Brothers—a family whose actions helped ignite one of the bloodiest chapters on the Texas and New Mexico frontier, years before Billy the Kid and the Lincoln County War became household names.From Lampasas County, Texas, to Lincoln County, New Mexico, this episode traces a brutal trail of gunfights, ambushes, cattle
Frank Grouard - Chief of Scouts
I hope everyone had a great Christmas and holiday season!Frank Grouard lived one of the most complicated lives of the American West. Born in the South Pacific, captured by the Lakota, adopted into their world, and later serving as one of General George Crook’s most trusted scouts, Grouard stood at the center of some of the most pivotal moments of the Indian Wars.In this episode, we explore Frank G
Battle Mountain (1856) - Tule River War
The Tule River War of 1856 was one of California’s most misunderstood frontier conflicts—born from rumor, fear, and a rush to violence rather than clear facts. In the foothills of the southern San Joaquin Valley, Yokuts warriors built a fortified stronghold along the North Fork of the Tule River, using rock, brush, and rugged terrain to create a defensive position that stunned the volunteer militi
The Utter-Van Ornum Party Massacre of 1860
In 1860, one of the most brutal and least-known disasters on the Oregon Trail unfolded along the Snake River. This is the true story of the Utter–Van Ornum Massacre—a nightmare of ambush, starvation, captivity, and desperate survival that rivaled even the Donner Party in terror and loss. Forty-four emigrants set out for Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Only fifteen would live to tell what happened.In t
The Musgrove Gang
One of the most gripping chapters of Colorado’s frontier past — the rise and violent fall of L.H. Musgrove and his ruthless gang of horse thieves, highwaymen, and killers. From Edward “Heartless” Franklin holding off seventeen U.S. soldiers, to Sanford Duggan’s desperate escape attempts, to the daylight lynching that shocked early Denver, this episode dives deep into the real story behind the West
Sam Sixkiller -Legendary Cherokee Lawman
Sam Sixkiller was more than just a lawman. He was a symbol of justice on the violent frontier of Indian Territory. In this episode, we dive deep into the life of the legendary Cherokee officer whose reputation for courage, discipline, and fairness made him one of the most respected figures of the Old West.From his early service as a Lighthorseman, to his rise as the first captain of the U.S. India
"Big Steve" Long - Laramie Outlaw Lawman
Laramie, Wyoming wasn’t always the quiet frontier town it’s remembered as — it began in blood, corruption, and chaos. This episode dives into the violent rise and fall of “Big Steve” Long, a deputy marshal who turned law enforcement into organized terror. Alongside his half-brothers Ace and Con Moyer, Long ruled early Laramie from their saloon, the “Bucket of Blood,” extorting ranchers, robbing mi
Amos Chapman & The Battle of Buffalo Wallow
Amos Chapman was one of the most remarkable scouts of the American frontier — a man who bridged two worlds. Born to a white father and a Cheyenne mother, he served as an interpreter, messenger, and warrior through some of the most turbulent years of the Indian Wars. This episode dives into Chapman’s incredible bravery at the Battle of Buffalo Wallow during the Red River War — an act that earned hi
Brazen Bill - The Man Behind the Infamous Mask
William “Brazen Bill” Brazelton was one of the boldest and most enigmatic outlaws of the Old West—a masked highwayman who single-handedly robbed stagecoaches across Arizona and New Mexico in the late 1870s. A towering figure with a calm voice and iron nerve, he struck alone near Wickenburg, Silver City, and Tucson, armed with both pistol and rifle in one hand—a signature move that unnerved everyon
The Handsome Bandit - Marion Hedgepeth
Marion Hedgepeth – known as The Handsome Bandit – was one of the most charming and dangerous outlaws of the Old West. A master train robber with style and precision, Hedgepeth rode with some of the most feared bandits of his time. But in a shocking twist, his tip to authorities would help capture one of America’s most notorious serial killers — H.H. Holmes, the “Devil in the White City.”After pris
Isam Dart: The Real Cowboy Behind the Ned Huddleston Lie
They called him The Black Fox. The Calico Cowboy. A name whispered through saloons and frontier towns — branded as a rustler, an outlaw, and a gunslinger who roamed the borderlands between Texas, Mexico, and Colorado.For over a century, the legend of Isam Dart has been told as that of a notorious outlaw gunned down by the infamous Tom Horn. But what if that story — the one printed in dime novels,
The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 8
Thank you everyone for their recent support! Y'all are amazing and as always, this has been an amazing series, I've had an amazing time researching and producing it! I hope y'all enjoy it!In this final part of our Joe Meek series, we follow the legendary mountain man turned frontiersman through the final chapters of his remarkable life. We’ll revisit the shocking Whitman Massacre of 18
The Last Bronco Apache - Massai
Step into the forgotten story of Massai — the Last Bronco Apache. Born at Mescal Mountain, Massai grew up as a fierce runner, hunter, and warrior. He fought under Geronimo, served as a U.S. Army scout, and made a daring escape from a Florida-bound prison train, walking over a thousand miles back to his homeland. For years he lived in hiding with his wife Zanagoliche and their children, hunted by s
The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 7
The mountain man era is coming to an end — and Joe Meek stands at the crossroads of two worlds. In this episode, we follow Meek as he leaves behind the fading fur trade and journeys west to the Oregon Country, where a new chapter of frontier history is about to unfold. From wilderness trails to political halls, Meek becomes a key figure in shaping the foundations of Oregon’s government and securin
Letitia Carson: : Courage, Land, and Legacy on the Oregon Frontier
Letitia Carson’s story is one of the most remarkable — and overlooked — chapters in American frontier history. Born into slavery, she became the only Black woman in Oregon to successfully secure a land claim under the Homestead Act. Against prejudice, hardship, and the unforgiving challenges of frontier life, Letitia carved out a lasting legacy of courage, determination, and resilience.In this Wil
The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 6
In this episode, we follow Joe Meek through one of the most emotional chapters of his life. After the brutal aftermath of the Battle of Pierre’s Hole, Joe risks everything to rescue Mountain Lamb — the woman who changed his life and heart. As missionaries Marcus and Narcissa Whitman, along with Henry and Eliza Spalding, arrive in the wilds of the Rockies, a new era begins to take shape — one that
The Greatest Manhunt in Utah History
In 1913, the quiet mining towns of Utah were shaken by one of the most violent manhunts in American history. Rafael “Red” Lopez—an experienced miner turned outlaw—would unleash chaos after a deadly confrontation that left five lawmen and a civilian dead. Armed with his rifle and an unmatched knowledge of the wilderness, Lopez vanished into the canyons and deserts, evading posses, trackers, and the
The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 5
Howdy and Welcome Back to Wild West Deep Dives, this week we will dive into Meek's life after the Battle of Pierre's Hole, him rescuing his close friend's (Milton Sublette) wife, a Ba’r fight, Indian fights, the changes that came to the fur trade in 1834 and Joe Meek.. getting womaned. If you enjoy Wild West Deep Dives, please leave a rating and review, it really does help me grow and
The Battle of Pierre's Hole
In the summer of 1832, deep in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, a fragile peace was shattered in the valley known as Pierre’s Hole.After the 1832 Mountain Man Rendezvous had ended, hundreds of mountain men—Jim Bridger, Alexander Sinclair, Nathaniel Wyeth, Joe Meek, William Sublette, and others—found themselves face-to-face with a massive band of Gros Ventre Astinas. What began as a tense standoff
The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 4
Howdy and Welcome Back to Wild West Deep Dives, this is Part 4 of our Deep Dive into Joe Meek, this week, we will talk about Ogden and the HBC, some Injun fighting, Fitzpatrick’s fight for life, a quick look into the Battle of Pierre’s Hole and finish with another fight against the Blackfeet. Next week will be a Special Episode on Pierre's Hole!Sources; Joe Meek, The Merry Mountain Man, A Biog
The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 3
Howdy and Welcome Back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is Part 3 of our Deep Dive into the life of Joe Meek, this week, we get into the action, we will discuss the daily life of a trapper, some Indian encounters, and really what made Joe Meek the legendary figure that he is today!Sources; Joe Meek, The Merry Mountain Man, A Biography, by Stanley VestalThe River of the West, by Frances Fuller VictorJ
The Life and Legend of Joe Meek Part 2
Howdy and Welcome Back to Wild West Deep Dives, this is Part 2 of our Deep Dive into the Life and Legend of Joe Meek.In this episode, we follow Joe Meek as he takes his first real steps into the wild frontier. The year was 1829, and the fur trade was booming. Meek joined a company of seasoned mountain men and adventurers, each hungry for profit and eager for glory. Together, they headed toward the
The Life and Legend of Joe Meek Part 1
Howdy and Welcome to Part 1 of our Deep Dive into the Life and Legend of Joesph Lafayette Meek. He was more than just a mountain man—he was a legend of the American frontier. A fearless fur trapper, bold explorer, captivating storyteller, and later a politician, Meek carved out a life that embodied the rugged spirit of the West. He roamed the Rocky Mountains during the golden age of the fur trade,
The Most Hated Outlaw In Arizona - Bill Downing
Send us a textBill Downing wasn’t just another outlaw in the Arizona Territory—he was the most hated man in the state. From his violent temper and lawless saloon to his connections with the outlaw/lawmen Burt Alvord, Downing carved out a reputation for brutality that left scars on every town he touched. He ran crooked games, taught his women the art of pickpocketing, and wasn’t afraid to beat anyo
The Life of Dave, Annie Oakley's Dog
Send us a textFrank Butler wrote a book titled, The Life of Dave, As Told by Himself.It’s a short story of his life from his perspective and I thought it would be a fun little episode. But I will warn you, it is his full life, from when Frank picked him up, to his death. I talk about people dying in shootouts, from accidents, but man, I struggle when talking about dogs, so just wanted to give ever
Revised Annie Oakley Part 4
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is our final part of our Revised Deep Dive into the life of Annie Oakley. Last week, we discussed the Buffalo Bills Wild West Show going to England, Annie’s rivalry with another woman sharp shooter, which resulted in her leaving the show temporarily… Her return, how she saved the shows hide and their return trip to East.This week,
Revised Annie Oakley Part 3
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is our 3rd Episode of our Revised Deep Dive into the life of Annie Oakley, there will be one more episode next week and that’ll be the final part!Last week, we discussed Annie and Frank falling in love, her encounter with one of the most famous Native Americans in history, them joining Buffalo Bills Wild West Show, what her act loo
Revised Annie Oakley Part 2
Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.This is our 2nd episode of our Revised Deep Dive into the Life of Annie Oakley.Last week, we discussed the new information that was found that completely changes what we thought we knew about the early life of Annie Oakley. This week, we will discuss Annie and Frank falling in love, her encounter with one of the most famous Native Americ
**NEW INFORMATION** Revised Annie Oakley
Send us a text***NEW INFORMATION***New information has emerged that radically alter our understanding of Annie Oakley's early life; the 1875 Shooting Match never took place... The notion that Annie Oakley began her career as a fancy shooter is also false, along with many other beliefs that have persisted for over a century!! In 2023, Shirl Kasper, the author of the remarkable biography, Annie
Update & Caleb Greenwood (Patron)
Send us a textLittle update for y'all on the Upcoming Series and my first Patron Episode on Caleb Greenwood.I appreciate all the support y'all have given me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, all the other platforms and Youtube!My last video on Youtube, which was on the Bill Wilson Episode has over 6,000 views, over 100 likes and a bunch of comments!! Y'all are amazing!Caleb Greenwood was
The Battle of Cieneguilla
Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This week, we are going to be talking about the Battle of Cieneguilla. Along the trail between Santa Fe and Taos in the New Mexico Territory in 1854, Chief Chacon’s large contingent of Jicarilla (Hic-a-ria) Apaches engaged in a fierce battle against United States Dragoons under the command of Lieutenant John W. Davidson.The Santa Fe Wee
Bass Reeves Part 8
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to our final episode of our Deep Dive into the life of Bass Reeves.This has been an amazing series and thank you for all the support through emails, on social media, I can’t even explain how cool it is having a community to share my love of western history with! Y’all are awesome! This week, we will talk about Bass’s retirement and his later years, talk about
Bass Reeves Part 7
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.This is our 7th episode of our deep dive into Bass Reeves, there will be one more episode next week and that’ll be the final one! These next two will be shorter episodes, sort of like the Seth Bullock series, I don’t want to rush the conclusion and I’d rather do 2 shorter ones then a long one and rush to the end. This week, we will be ta
Bass Reeves Part 6
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Episode 6 of our Deep Dive into the life of Bass Reeves. Last week, we discussed Bass’s encounter with Ben Billy, take a quick glance at him arresting a future Deputy Marshal, some tragedies in his personal life, the Bandit Queen’s son and the last major change of Bass’s career.This week, we will talk about the background of Muskogee, Bass’s arrest of James
Bass Reeves Part 5
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.This is our 5th episode of our Deep Dive into Bass Reeves. We have been talking about Bass Reeves for what? A month now? And we still have so much more to discuss! This week, we will talk about Bass’s encounter with Ben Billy, take a quick glance at him arresting a future Deputy Marshal, some tragedies in his personal life, the Bandit Qu
Bass Reeves Part 4
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.Bass had already begun receiving notoriety and was in the papers constantly, some bad, but mostly good, him arresting criminals and bringing them in by the wagon loads but also some drama. This week, we will look into the Tom Story Gang, him getting a new boss, start diving into the chaotic year of 1890 and finish with Bass Reeves, not b
Bass Reeves Part 3
Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.This is our 3rd episode of our Deep Dive into Bass Reeves. Last week, we talked about some of the early years as a US Deputy Marshal, a horse race he was involved in, some work drama and his shootout with Jim Webb.This week, we are going to talk about the history of the Fort Smith jail, his encounter with an Indian Medicine man, some mor
Bass Reeves Part 2
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.Last week, we discussed Bass’s childhood, his time as a slave, his escape to Indian Territory, becoming a Deputy United States Marshal and some his first years on the force, including his shootout and trick he pulled on Bob Dozier. We just got our feet wet last week with the life of Bass Reeves. This episode we will discuss some more arr
Bass Reeves Part 1
Send us a textOur long awaited series on Bass Reeves is finally here!Bass Reeves was born into slavery and became one of the first black United States Deputy Marshals. He would repeatedly travel into Indian Territory and return with a wagon load of prisoners, from murders to whiskey peddlers, he brought ‘em in. He arrested the infamous Belle Starr, chased Ned Christie and killed Bob Dozier. But wh
Indian Territory, Five Civilized Tribes Part 3
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This our is our 3rd and final episode of our deep dive into Indian Territory. I may sound a bit different in this episode, I am coming out of a cold, my apologize. But this week, we will discuss some of the battles and wars that took place in the territory, hearing from the Hanging Judge himself, and finish with some famous outlaws and
Indian Territory, Five Civilized Tribes Part 2
Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives, this week, we are going to dive into the Choctaw and Seminole Tribes, their history, culture, removals and life after the fact, then go into a bit of history of Indian Territory! Next week, we will discuss why Indian Territory was so lawless and some famous Outlaws and LawmenSources for Part 2;https://www.okhistory.org/publications/enc/
Indian Territory, Five Civilized Tribes Part 1
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives, this series, we are going to dive into the Five Civilized Tribes, the Cherokee, Muskogee/Creek, Chickasaw, Choctaw and Seminole, their history, customs, culture and traditions. Then look at their removal to Indian Territory, it's history and why Indian Territory became so lawless.Sources for Part 1;https://www.nps.gov/ocmu/learn/hi
"Cock-eyed" Frank Loving
Send us a textFrank Loving was a professional gambler that was involved in two famous Wild West Shootouts, the Long Branch Saloon Shootout and the Trinidad, Colorado Shootout. He walked away from the first one.. the second, he would not. Described as a cool and desperate character, he rubbed shoulders with famous western characters such as Doc Holliday, Bat Masterson and Wyatt Earp. I am still wor
"Five Scalps" - Edward Rose, Mountain Man
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This week, we are going to be talking about the legend of Ed Rose. He was a true pioneer of the American West. He was a part of the first American expeditions in the fur trade and he was a man that did not know the meaning of fear.No, Five Scalps starred death in the eyes and gave a sharp smirk at it through his scarred face, earning th
Hugh Glass Part 5
Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives, this is Part 5 and our Final Part of our Deep Dive into the life of Hugh Glass.This has been an amazing series and I hope y'all have enjoyed it!This week, we are going to talk about his later years, answer some common questions about his life, then take a deep dive in the movie, The Revenant!Thank you for all the love and support
Hugh Glass Part 4
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives, this is Part 4 of our Deep Dive into life of Hugh Glass. Last week, we talked about how his party was attacked by the normally peaceful Mandan and Hidatsa’s, his infamous encounter with Old Ephraim, Glass getting abandoned by his comrades, and his heroic journey of vengeance.I know I left y’all on a cliff hanger last week, but man oh ma
Hugh Glass Part 3
Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is part 3 of our Deep Dive into the life of Hugh Glass. If you haven’t listened to the previous 2 parts, please, please go do so.Last week, we talked about his first experience in the fur trade and his involvement in the Arikara War.This week, we will be talking about more about his time in the fur trade, more battles with Native A
Hugh Glass Part 2
Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is our 2nd episode into the life of Hugh Glass. If you haven’t listen to the first episode, please go do so!Last week, we talked about his childhood, his time as a pirate, him almost getting sacrificed by the Wolf Pawnee, but plot twist, was adopted by the Chief and him joining the famous, Rocky Mountain Fur Company.This week, we a
Hugh Glass Part 1
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is Part 1 of our Deep Dive Series into the life of Hugh Glass.Hugh Glass, known as the legendary fur trapper that survived a bear attack and had an almost unbelievable story of survival. As well as being the inspiration behind the movie the Revenant. But.. did you know he was pirate? Your damn right, Hugh Glass was a pirate. There
Update on Wild West Deep Dives
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Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.This Short Dive is about a man named Bill Wilson, he was a Missouri Bushwhacker during the American Civil War. A Bushwhacker, is a confederate symphosizer who is not associated with the Confederate Army, a Jayhawker, was a Union symphosizer who is not associated with the Union army. Both sides had these guerrilla fighters that raised hel
Seth Bullock Part 4
Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives, this is Part 4 of our Deep Dive into the life of Seth Bullock. If you haven’t listened to the previous 3 episodes, please, please go do so! This week, we are going to talk about more of his business dealings, his friendship with Theodore Roosevelt and his later years.This has been an amazing series, I've had a lot of fun doing it a
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