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Mar 9, 2022 1 hr 13 min

The American West

from Past Times with Nice Guy Ty Hosted by Nice Guy Ty

The American West, the American Frontier, the Old West, or the Wild West, was a time of lawlessness and disorder that has resulted in amazing Western folklore. But how did it earn its reputation. We discuss how the aftermath of the Civil War directly impacts the behavior and actions of outlaws like Jesse James. We have all heard of the Bowie knife, but what infamous duel made it an iconic symbol for America? Listen and find out!

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