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EPISODE · Jul 27, 2025 · 23 MIN

08 - Days on the Road- Crossing the Plains in 1865 by Sarah Raymond Herndon

from Days on the Road- Crossing the Plains in 1865 · host Sarah Raymond Herndon

Journey with Sarah Raymond Herndon, a practical pioneer woman, as she navigates the challenges of trekking across the plains to Montana in 1865. Struggling with her dwindling funds, she makes the hard choice of selling her beloved horse, Dick. Her initial stoicism crumbles into heartache, but she quickly reigns in her emotions, showcasing her resilience and understated wit. Follow Sarahs emotional, inspiring journey which culminates in her becoming the first school teacher in Virginia City, Montana. Her vivid, heartfelt account throws light on the trials, tribulations, and quiet victories of pioneer life.

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