comanche indians

The story of the Santa Fe Trail, covering 800 miles from Independence, Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico, during the Mexican War.

Provides information about Comanche warriors, discussing when and where they fought, how they were trained, their weapons and gear, and their decline.

The story of a union soldier's adventure with the Comanche Indians in 1863. He is accepted by the small band of Indians he befriends at Fort Sedgewick.

Looks at the historical intrusion on Indian lands and the current effort by Native Americans to preserve their heritage. This segment focuses on the Crow, Comanche, Sioux, Kiowa, and Arapaho of the Great Plains.

Discusses the history, culture, social structure, beliefs, and notable people of the Comanche Indians.

Examines the history, traditional lifestyle, and current situation of the Comanche Indians.

Biography of Comanche Chief Quanah Parker, born in 1850, who led his warriors in battle against the encroaching white settlers and hunters until there was no longer any hope of winning, and then turned his attention to the bargaining table where he continued to fight on behalf of his people.

Describes the actions of both whites and Comanches during a 40-year war over territory, in a story that begins with the kidnapping of a white girl, who grew up to marry a Comanche chief and have a son, Quanah, who became a great warrior.