🔒 Intertwined Fates: Dutch Henry Born and His Historical Footprints

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What if the legendary figure Dutch Henry Born was more than just an outlaw of the American frontier? Join us as we unravel the tangled threads of his life, beginning with his uneasy alliance as a scout under General Custer, and his moral conflict following the Black Kettle Massacre. Mike King and Brad Smalley dig deep into Born’s transition from military service to buffalo hunting, a shift that marked the onset of his criminal endeavors. We question whether his actions were motivated by personal biases or genuine ethical concerns, and we grapple with the historical inconsistencies that make tracing Born’s true story as challenging as it is fascinating.
Our exploration doesn't stop there. We venture into Born’s possible connections with historical icons like Levi Richardson and Bat Masterson, speculating on whether a bond formed during the Battle of Adobe Walls influenced Masterson's relentless pursuit of justice. Through compelling, albeit circumstantial, evidence, we entertain the likelihood of Dutch Henry's presence at Adobe Walls despite the potential for embellishment in historical narratives. This episode challenges the reliability of historical records and invites listeners to draw their own conclusions about Dutch Henry Born’s enigmatic legacy on the American frontier.

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1. Intertwined Fates: Dutch Henry Born and His Historical Footprints (00:00:00)

2. The Life of Dutch Henry Bourne (00:00:04)

3. Debate Over Dutch Henry's Presence (00:18:28)

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