An experienced scout who provides much-needed wisdom to the young Rangers. Historical Context
The leader whose hubris leads the expedition into ruin.
The episode is loosely based on the real-life , which similarly ended in disaster, capture, and a forced march known as the "Dead Man's Walk" (Jornada del Muerto). Production Details Director: Yves Simoneau. "Dead Man's Walk" Episode #1.2(1996)
Young, idealistic, and already showing his penchant for talk and card games.
The episode follows their trek across the Llano Estacado ("Staked Plains"), where they face a relentless series of catastrophes: An experienced scout who provides much-needed wisdom to
Stoic, hardworking, and deeply loyal to his duty.
They are constantly harassed and picked off by Comanche warriors, led by the formidable Buffalo Hump. Production Details Director: Yves Simoneau
Larry McMurtry and Diana Ossana (adapted from McMurtry's novel). Original Air Date: May 13, 1996. Dead Man's Walk (TV Mini Series 1996) - Episode list - IMDb