Man Vs History
Season 1 • Episode 6: Secret History of the Bowie Knife • Watch with subtitles
Episode 6: Secret History of the Bowie Knife
August 24, 2021 • 43 min
In 19th century America, the frontier was a challenging place to survive, which meant that the tools and the weapons folks carried often meant the difference between life and death. Not surprisingly, a great many myths have grown up around some of the most iconic tools and weapons. Bil separates fact from fiction surrounding the legendary Bowie Knife, attempts to outshoot Abe Lincoln, and unloads the Colt 45 origin story.
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