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EPISODE · Jun 21, 2016 · 22 MIN

"Portugee" John Phillips

from Dr. History's Tales of the Old West · host Dr. Ken Turner

With a constant threat of Indians, he rode 236 miles in 4 days in freezing weather to Fort Laramie to deliver the message requesting reinforcements. His brave ride probably saved lives at Fort Phil Kearny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a constant threat of Indians, he rode 236 miles in 4 days in freezing weather to Fort Laramie to deliver the message requesting reinforcements. His brave ride probably saved lives at Fort Phil Kearny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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