Buffalo Bill (DVD)

In a time of lawlessness and danger, he earned his reputation and nickname as one of the greatest hunters in the nation. But it was his famed Wild West show that made Buffalo Bill Cody an American legend. BUFFALO BILL: SHOWMAN OF THE WEST tells the rip-roarin' story of the man whose real-life adventures were more exciting than fiction. From his days riding for the Pony Express and working on the railroads to his glory years as the most famous showman of his time, this revealing program uses expert interviews and extensive period photos to shed light on the man behind the legend. Discover the details of his life on the frontier, and learn how he created the show that earned his place in history. See how Cody and his costars Annie Oakley and Sitting Bull helped shape the perception of the Old West, and how his legacy still affects America today. Saddle up for a wild ride through the incredible life of Buffalo Bill Cody.

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