Lorin Morgan-Richards Presents Biographies of the West

Season 1

Lorin Morgan-Richards Presents Biographies of the West - short documentaries about the people of the Old West, from early pioneers to cowboys at the turn of the 20th century. Included are biographies on Native American leaders, artists, outlaws, lawman, and Western singing-cowboys, and much more. Each episode is written and produced by host Lorin Morgan-Richards, Western author and illustrator, who colorizes historical photos, bringing the stories to life.

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5 Episodes

The Will Rogers Story
E1
The Will Rogers StoryHost Lorin Morgan-Richards discusses the life story of Will Rogers, icon of the American West who influenced cinema and other forms of media. Richards features his colorization of black and white photography of the era depicting Rogers and others.
The Calamity Jane Story
E2
The Calamity Jane StoryHost Lorin Morgan-Richards discusses the life story of Martha Jane Cannary aka Calamity Jane, icon of the American West that had both a tough and kind heart. Richards features his colorization of black and white photography of the era depicting Cannary and others.
The Chinese American Story
E3
The Chinese American StoryHost Lorin Morgan-Richards discusses a broad overview of Chinese Americans, that made up a large part of the labor force in the west and played a critical role as railroad workers, miners, field workers, merchants and entrepreneurs. In a time of great difficulties, there were those that also found profit and success. Richards features his colorization of black and white photography of the era depicting Chinese Americans.
The Billy the Kid Story
E4
The Billy the Kid StoryHost Lorin Morgan-Richards discusses the life story of Henry McCarty aka Billy the Kid, icon of the American West that has fascinated the world with his feats and daring actions. Richards features his colorization of black and white photography of the era depicting McCarty and others.
The Colonel Allen Allensworth Story
E5
The Colonel Allen Allensworth StoryHost Lorin Morgan-Richards discusses the life story of Colonel Allen Allensworth, his rise from slavery to respected military chaplain to establishing an all black settlement free of racial discrimination. Richards features his colorization of black and white photography of the era depicting Allensworth and others. Also includes contemporary photographs of the Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park.