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How the West Was Lost (1993)

TV Series 45 min

Documentary

The history of 19th-century America is the story of struggles between settlers moving west and Native Americans trying to hold on to their ancestral territories. The clash between lifestyles and land rights forged a new land and unified an American culture, but in the process a venerable way of life was destroyed. Follow the Cherokee, Dakota, Lakota, and Nez Perc as they fight to keep their homelands.

Chris Wheeler Director

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Released
May 16, 1993
Runtime
45 min
IMDb
tt2158108
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Cast

Peter Thomas Peter Thomas Narrator (voice)

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Frequently asked questions

What is How the West Was Lost about?
The history of 19th-century America is the story of struggles between settlers moving west and Native Americans trying to hold on to their ancestral territories. The clash between lifestyles and land rights forged a new land and unified an American culture, but in the process a venerable way of life was destroyed. Follow the Cherokee, Dakota, Lakota, and Nez Perc as they fight to keep their homelands.
Who created How the West Was Lost?
How the West Was Lost was created by Chris Wheeler.
Who stars in How the West Was Lost?
How the West Was Lost stars Peter Thomas.
When was How the West Was Lost released?
How the West Was Lost is a 1993 documentary series.
Where can I watch How the West Was Lost?
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