Pioneers of the 2nd Crow Agency: The Unsung Heroes | The Big Fat Podcast ‘TGOTB Series’ #3

Join 'The Big Fat Podcast' and our “They Gazed On The Beartooths Series” (TGOTB) #3 as we uncover the stories of some of the architects who built the community at the 2nd Crow Agency. Discover how individuals like William Norton, J.I. Allen, and William White were not just names but the very foundation of this historical site. We'll share insights into their roles, their interactions with the Crow Nation, and how they left a lasting mark on Montana's history. Like, comment your favorite story, and subscribe for more community history! Penny Redli  Executive Director - Museum Of The Beartooths https://www.museumofthebeartooths.com/ Donna West Owner/Broker - Pinnacle Property Of Montana https://www.PinnacleProperty.com 00:00 Introduction to the Untamed Lands of Montana 00:33 Welcome to the Big Fat Podcast 01:09 The Mystery of Colonel Norton 02:31 William Norton's Early Life and Journey 03:08 Photographs and Figures of the Crow Agency 18:24 Colonel Allen's Legacy and Adventures 33:14 The Exploding Cannon Incident 36:01 The Search for the Missing Cannon 52:38 Exploring Hoppe’s Place and the Old Cabin 53:25 Historical Names and Subdivisions 57:37 Horace Countryman and His Legacy 58:49 The Confusing Family Tree of Horace Countryman 01:01:25 Founding of Columbus and Its Early Days 01:08:04 William White: A Pioneer’s Story 01:12:33 Julia White: A Remarkable Woman 01:22:24 The Legacy of Early Settlers 01:26:27 Town Names and Their Origins 01:33:15 Museum Hours and Closing Remarks