The must-have companion to Bill O'Reilly's historic series Legends and Lies: The Real West; a fascinating; eye-opening look at the truth behind the western legends we all think we knowHow did Davy Crockett save President Jackson's life only to end up dying at the Alamo? Was the Lone Ranger based on a real lawman-and was he an African American? What amazing detective work led to the capture of Black Bart; the "gentleman bandit" and one of the west's most famous stagecoach robbers? Did Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid really die in a hail of bullets in South America? Generations of Americans have grown up on TV shows; movies and books about these western icons. But what really happened in the Wild West? All the stories you think you know; and others that will astonish you; are here--some heroic; some brutal and bloody; all riveting. Included are the legends featured in Bill O'Reilly's ten week run of historic episodic specials-from Kit Carson to Jesse James; Wild Bill Hickok to Doc Holliday-- accompanied by two bonus chapters on Daniel Boone and Buffalo Bill and Annie Oakley.Frontier America was a place where instinct mattered more than education; and courage was necessary for survival. It was a place where luck made a difference and legends were made. Heavily illustrated with spectacular artwork that further brings this history to life; and told in fast-paced; immersive narrative; Legends and Lies is an irresistible; adventure-packed ride back into one of the most storied era of our nation's rich history.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Nostalgic return to yesteryearBy Red Label in FLTHE FLEET ANGELS OF LAKEHURST by Barbara MarriottI very much enjoyed Barbara's book about the "Fleet Angels". As a former member; I found the historical trace accurate; the sequencing exceptionally easy to follow and the 'personalization' given to so many of the members delightful. The Squadron personnel changed many times throughout the Squadron's lifetime; but the mission and the accomplishments were always primary and carried out with pride and professionalism. What a tribute to the many who did their respective jobs; without much fanfare most of the time; yet willingly laid it on the line for others.A great read and a story that deserved to be told. Thanks Barbara for the compilation of the historical happenings that lasted for so many years; to the many shipmates and friends and most of all to the unselfish givers who made it all possible - your story does you credit in the pages of this book. I highly recommend it!3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. The Fleet Angel's Tradition lives on ..By Retired 0-6As a former Fleet Angel from 1968 to 1971; this book through it's "war stories" format is like sitting in the Ready Room on any given day with your squadron coffee cup full and just sharing your experiences. The Ready Room was like a classroom; it was where you learned from the "old salts" about how a 9 month detachment at sea works ... including the SAR heroics and lessons learned by them. It's where the traditions were passed on -- and the book brings that environment back to life. Barbara Marriottt included a unique INDEX that was inserted at the end that alphabetically listed the names of over 550+ pilots and aircrewmen + the pages where their story is immortalized ... GREAT CONCEPT> If you are a former HU-2 or HC-2 Fleet Angel; you will recognize many of the 500+ names.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. My dad was one of the early pilots (helicopter license was something like number 52) and I was born at Lakehurst but ...By PapajimVery little about early HU-2. My dad was one of the early pilots (helicopter license was something like number 52) and I was born at Lakehurst but not much about all the types they tested or the pilots they trained and sent to the fleet. Appears more someone reminiscing rather than researching.
