How the West Was Won

How the West Was Won (1977-1979)

EndedScripted showDrama, Western

Family Macahan's is the story of the white man's conquest of the American West, which we follow through family Macahan valiant struggle for survival. It is the story of mountain men who went west to explore the world beyond the next river bend, the fur trappers who nearly extinct buffalo herds, the gold graves searching for El Dorado, about peasants who became wealthy landowners and the simple people who were on the run. There is also a story about the American Indians. Brave and fearless, but hopelessly outnumbered, these primitive people were the ultimate losers in the battle for land in the west.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (120 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the premiere date of How the West Was Won?

How the West Was Won premiered on February 6, 1977.

Who played Zeb Macahan in the series?

James Arness played the role of Zeb Macahan throughout the series.

What city did Jessie and her family move to in the first episode?

In the first episode, Jessie and her family moved from Virginia City to Dayton, Nevada.

What did Jessie and her family plan to do in Nevada?

Jessie and her family planned to start a dairy farm in Nevada.

Who played Jessie Macahan in the series?

Eva Marie Saint played the role of Jessie Macahan in the series.

What was the name of the river that Zeb and his family crossed in the first episode?

The river that Zeb and his family crossed in the first episode was called the Mississippi River.

Who played Laura Dayton in the series?

Kathryn Holcomb played the role of Laura Dayton in the series.

Which state was the series primarily set in?

The series was primarily set in the western parts of the United States, particularly in Colorado.

Who played Colonel Bart Collins in the series?

Bruce Boxleitner played the role of Colonel Bart Collins in the series.

Which tribe of Native Americans did Zeb encounter in one of the episodes?

Zeb encountered the Cheyenne tribe of Native Americans in one of the episodes.

What was the name of the town that Zeb and his family tried to flee to after being attacked by the Comanches?

The town that Zeb and his family tried to flee to after being attacked by the Comanches was called Bloody Springs.

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Also known as

  • La conquête de l'Ouest (France)

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