Tales of the Old West | Texas Rangers
Organized in 1823, they had a questionable reputation, but survived off and on for many years. Re organized for good in 1935, they are the Read More »
Category: Tales of the Old West
Dr. History’s Tales of the Old West podcast
Tales of the Old West | California Gold Rush
The discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill started the gold rush. Millions in gold were discovered, not just in California, but Colorado, Montana, and most Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Our National Anthem
The War of 1812 was our “2nd” battle for Independence. Fort McHenry was where Francis Scott Key witnessed bombing that inspired our National Anthem. Also, Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Sitting Bull
He was elected to represent all free-roaming Sioux and defeated the best army in the world at the Battle of the Little Big Horn. He Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Buckey O’Neill–Sheriff
Train robbers didn’t count on Sheriff Bucky O’Nelll and posse to chase them so far. Four states, several weeks and $8000 later he brought them Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Bob Ford, Killer of Jessie James
The man who killed the man who killed Jesse James. Ed Kelly killed Bob Ford who killed Jesse James. So who killed Ed Kelly and Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Military Doctors
Military doctors developed new methods for removing arrow heads. These brave men performed surgery by candlelight while dodging arrows and bullets. Learn more about your Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Billy Miner–The Unknown Outlaw
He was the most wanted man in several states and Canada. He spent nearly half his life in prison, escaping several times. Each time he Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Black Bart
Charles Bolton, a gentleman, robbed over two dozen stagecoaches without firing a single shot. He left poetry signed, “Black Bart”. He was also a model Read More »
Tales of the Old West | The Nez Perce Indians
Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce were losing their homeland. Two of the battles that took place along their attempted escape to Canada was the Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Buried Treasure
Millions in buried and lost treasure. Six short stories of gold never found and where you can go look. Learn more about your ad choices. Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Ghost Stories
Black Jack Ketchum’s ghost, a headless horseman and a legless horseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tales of the Old West | Lola and Lotta-Entertainers
Lola Montez and Lotta Crabtree danced and sang during the gold rush in California. They entertained thousands of lonely miners who showered them with gold Read More »
Tales of the Old West | End of an Earp
He missed the Gunfight at the OK Corral. He didn’t become famous like his brothers, Wyatt, Virgil and Morgan. The youngest brother could never live Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Homestead Doctors
Country Doctors faced long hours, bad weather, poor roads and other dangers. These brave men and women did their best to save lives, sometimes losing Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Roving Sky Pilots
Listen to find out all about Roving Sky Pilots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tales of the Old West | James O. Pattie
Trapper, mountain man and Indian fighter. He liked hunting bears and beaver and rescued his true love from Indians. Learn more about your ad choices. Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Johnson County War
War between the huge Cattle Ranches and the working cowboy ended with several dead. Two groups that should have been working together. Learn more about Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Mountain Man Medicine
hunting knife surgeons. Mountain men doctored themselves and each other without medical knowledge or tools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tales of the Old West | Idaho Stage Holdup
A gold carrying stage was robbed with help from the driver. Vigilantes administered justice with a rope and a tree. Gold bars may still be Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Thanksgiving
The first Thanksgiving. Squanto, an english speaking Indian, taught the Pilgrims how to grow their own food and helped them survive. Learn more about your Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Annie Oakley
A superstar in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show, an expert with a gun. She performed for thousands, including royalty. Learn more about your ad choices. Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Elfego Baca
Last of the old time gunfighters who survived bullets and knives. He tried to enforce the law with a fake badge and eventually became a Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Sister Blandina
She was friends with Billy the Kid and Geronimo. She was a teacher, nurse and much more. She was able to have schools built and Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Captain Jack
Forced to leave their homelands, the Modoc Indians, led by Chief Captain Jack only wanted to live in peace. The military had other ideas and Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Mary Graves
Mary and her family headed west with big dreams until they joined the Donner Party. Snowbound, starving and cold in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Mary Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Gold Rush Travelers
gold fever caused many to head for California. Some went by ship around Cape Horn, others crossed the isthmus of Panama hoping to board a Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Escaped Convicts
Desperate and dangerous convicts escaped from the Nevada State Prison. Wanted dead or alive, some were caught, some killed but some were never found Learn Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Pierre Garreau
The son of a Cree Indian woman and Frenchman. His bravery was legendary among Indians and the white man. He never backed down from a Read More »
Tales of the Old West | Comanche
Was this the only horse to survive the Battle of the Little Bighorn? Captain Myles Keogh’s horse survived many battles and was a mascot for Read More »
