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A profile of Bass Reeves, a former slave who became a deputy U.S. marshal and is thought to be the inspiration for the Lone Ranger.

A profile of Bass Reeves, a former slave who became a deputy U.S. marshal and is thought to be the inspiration for the Lone Ranger.

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S2, EP5 "Thomas Jefferson: Independence Declared"

Congress is convinced to declare independence following a bitter struggle between rebels and loyalists; the declaration is signed and read throughout the colonies.

Fox News mainstay Bill O'Reilly jumps behind the camera, serving as executive producer of this series that explores stories behind some of the most famous -- and infamous -- figures of the Old West. Each episode delves into the life of one such individual, using new interviews, archival photos and forensic science to paint a complete picture of the person. Direct descendants and historians are among the interviewees who shed light on the lives of such figures as Jesse James, Davy Crockett, Doc Holliday and "Wild" Bill Hickok. The 10-episode series is a companion to O'Reilly's book of the same name.
Starring: Bill O'Reilly
Original Air Date: Apr 12, 2015
Genres: DocuseriesTV Series
Rating: TV14
Playback: HD
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