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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 sawed-off, double-barreled 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 soon-to-be 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 another-their encounters with desperadoes were won just as often with quick wits and memorized-by-heart 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 unheard-of 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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This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
This book dives deep into the Wells Fargo era and the men behind it. The stories of courage and adventure really bring the Wild West to life. I bought this for my dad, and he absolutely loved it!
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Tyler Chen
Condition could be better
Got my copy of Shotguns and Stagecoaches, but it came with some wear and tear. The content is great, but the used condition wasn’t as expected. Still, it’s worth a read if you love Westerns!
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Elena Rodriguez
A fascinating read about history
Shotguns and Stagecoaches offers an incredible look into the lives of the brave men who worked for Wells Fargo. I love how it captures the Wild West feel and the challenges they faced. A must-read for any history buff!
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Marcus Johnson
Not what I expected
I thought Shotguns and Stagecoaches would be more about action and less about logistics. The used condition wasn’t bad, but the content didn’t really grab me like I hoped. Just okay for me.
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Fatima Al-Mansour
Packed with details and tales
This book is rich in stories of the Wells Fargo riders! I really enjoyed learning about the hardships they faced. The writing style is easy to follow, making it a good choice for casual readers too.
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