Calamity Jane
Episode 15 · 2002-01-03
- Documentary
Episode overview
Explore the life of the fearless, free‑spirited frontierswoman who became one of the most colorful legends of the American West. The episode traces Martha Jane Canary’s rough‑and‑tumble childhood, her early years as a scout and rider, and the bold personality that set her apart in a world dominated by men. Biography examines her reputation for sharp shooting, hard living, and tall tales — some true, some embellished — as well as her deep loyalty to friends and her complicated bond with Wild Bill Hickok. Through archival photographs, historical accounts, and expert commentary, the program reveals the contrast between Jane’s mythic image and the hardships she endured, including poverty, illness, and personal loss. Ultimately, the episode paints a vivid portrait of a woman whose courage, contradictions, and larger‑than‑life spirit secured her place in frontier folklore.
60 minutes
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10. Yvonne De Carlo: Gilded Lily2000-02-03
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13. George Lucas: Creating an Empire2001-01-11
14. Henry Hill: Goodfella2001-01-17
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17. General George Patton: A Genius for War2002-01-10
18. Hitler and Stalin: Roots of Evil2002-01-16
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20. John & Abigail Adams: Love and Liberty2002-01-23
21. Joseph Stalin: Red Terror2002-01-24
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24. Mark Twain: His Amazing Adventures2002-02-06
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30. The Manson Women: An American Nightmare2002-02-27
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