Lorin Morgan-Richards Presents Biographies of the West
The Daggett Story
Directed by Lorin Morgan RichardsS7 • E2 Apr 5, 2025
The Daggett story explores the rise and fall of Daggett, California, a once-thriving mining town in the Mojave Desert. Founded in 1883 after the discovery of silver, Daggett became a key supply hub for nearby mining operations and was named after California's Lieutenant Governor, John Daggett. Narrator Lorin Morgan-Richards traces the town's boom years through colorized photos, expert narration, and site visits, the story captures the spirit of a town that played a vital role in the development of the American West.
