Trials and Tribulations in the Wild West: Buffalo Hunters’ Harrowing Journey and Gritty Tales of the Battle of the Washita

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Have you ever wondered what life was like for the rugged buffalo hunters of the wild American West? In our latest episode, you can almost feel the chill of the icy weather as we journey with Jim White, Hoodoo Brown, Prairie Dog Morrow, and Josiah Wright Mooar, sharing their trials and tribulations while they prepare buffalo hides for the market. Listen in as Hoodoo recounts a harrowing tale from the Battle of the Washita, a chilling reminder of the raw brutality and tragedy of the time.

We invite you to trudge alongside our buffalo hunters as they march towards the Washita battlefield, coming across deserted Indian camps and making grim discoveries. Gather 'round the crackling fire, soak in the camaraderie, and allow yourself to be drawn into their world, fraught with anxiety about potential confrontations with Indians, and the exhilarating thrill of their very existence in this unforgiving terrain. Hoodo's narration of the aftermath of the Battle of the Washita will leave you with goosebumps.

As we wave goodbye to our buffalo hunters, we're thrilled to introduce our upcoming series: Trails, Cattle Drives, Cowboys, and Cattle Towns. Promising to take you on a captivating journey into the early cattle trade, the series will showcase the challenges of a trail drive and the riveting tales of individuals who braved the hardships of the cattle trails of the 1800s. Remember to subscribe to our podcast for updates on new episodes and join us on Facebook at Facebookcom slash Wild West Podcast to stay in the loop!  Subscribe to Wild West Podcast on Apple Podcast

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