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The true stories of the Wild West heroes who guarded the iconic Wells Fargo stagecoaches and trains, battling colorful thieves, vicious highwaymen, and robbers armed with explosives.The phrase riding shotgun was no teenage game to the men who guarded stagecoaches and trains the Western frontier. Armed with sawedoff, doublebarreled shotguns and an occasional revolver, these express messengers guarded valuable cargo through lawless terrain. They were tough, fighting men who risked their lives every time they climbed into the front boot of a Concord coach.Boessenecker introduces soontobe iconic personalities like Chips Hodgkins, an express rider known for his white mule and his ability to outrace his competitors, and Henry Johnson, the first Wells Fargo detective. Their lives werent just one shootout after anothertheir encounters with desperadoes were won just as often with quick wits and memorizedbyheart knowledge of the land.The highway robbers also get their due. It wouldnt be a book about the Wild West without Black Bart, the most infamous stagecoach robber of all time, and Butch Cassidys gang, Americas most legendary train robbers.Through the Gold Rush and the early days of delivery with horses and saddlebags, to the heyday of stagecoaches and huge shipments of gold, and finally the rise of the railroad and the robbers who concocted unheardof schemes to loot trains, Wells Fargo always had courageous men to protect its treasure. Their unforgettable bravery and ingenuity make this book a thrilling read.
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I picked up 'Shotguns and Stagecoaches' for my dad, who's a huge Western enthusiast. The large print makes it easy on the eyes, and it’s full of intriguing stories about the brave men of Wells Fargo. He couldn’t put it down!
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Maya Patel
Perfect Gift for History Buffs
I bought this book as a gift for my brother, and he loved it! The stories about Wells Fargo during the Wild West are really captivating, especially with the large print edition. It was a hit at his birthday party.
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Jerry Thompson
Great Book, But Lacked Depth
While 'Shotguns and Stagecoaches' is engaging, I felt it skimmed over some details. The large print is a nice touch, but I was hoping for more in-depth historical accounts. Still, it’s a decent read for casual fans of the Wild West.
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Mark Johnson
Engaging Stories, Easy to Read!
This book is a treasure! I love the large print and how well it captures the spirit of the Wild West. The tales of the men who rode for Wells Fargo are thrilling and easy to read. I’ll be sharing this with my book club!
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Elena Rodriguez
Disappointed with Condition on Arrival
I was excited to receive 'Shotguns and Stagecoaches,' but it arrived with a few bent pages, which was frustrating. The content looks interesting, but the condition impacted my first impression. I hope the next one is better.
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