Tag: TV

Researching Historical Fiction

Brisco County and His Horse Comet

Terri J Huck

While we’re on the subject of horses, I have to confess to a deep affection for “The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr.,” a short-lived (one season) TV series from the early 1990s. It is a strange and charming combination of western, comedy, action and sci-fi starring Bruce Campbell. Bruce Campbell with one of the horses… Continue reading Brisco County and His Horse Comet

Famous People of the Old West, Researching Historical Fiction

Annie Oakley: Little Sure Shot in action

Terri J Huck

While we’re on the subject of Annie Oakley and her shooting prowess, PBS’ American Experience did an excellent show on her a few years back. Here’s the transcript. Sitting Bull nicknamed her Little Sure Shot (Watanya Cicilla), and she was incredibly accurate, only missing when it was part of her act. She would shoot glass… Continue reading Annie Oakley: Little Sure Shot in action