Greatest American tall tales & legends

Meet John Henry. Born with a hammer in his hand, he is the greatest steel-drivin' man that ever lived. He's as strong as an ox, as fast as the wind, and possesses impeccable aim. Deep in the valley of West Virginia, John tirelessly clears huge boulders -- often swinging two hammers at once so his coworkers can rest -- and lays hundreds of miles of railroad track with the help of his loyal friend, Willie.

Meet John Chapman, better know as Johnny Appleseed. Living in harmony with nature, he fulfills his dream of traveling west to plant apple orchards across the frontier to aid pioneers on their arduous journeys. Johnny's gentle spirit, love of all living things, and sheer perserverance wins him respect and admiration everywhere he travels -- especially among an Indian tribe, after Johnny saves the life of an injured Indian with his knowledge of herbal medicine. Johnny Appleseed continues his mission well into old age, knowing that his trees will provide fruit long after he is gone.

Meet Paul Bunyan, a lumberjack taller than the highest Minnesota pines, who is strong enough to fell ten trees with a single swing of his axe and has the ingenuity to conquer a swarm of "beesquitos". Whether it's straightening a river to clear log jams, overcoming the harshest of winters or innovating a way to feed 1,000 hungry workers, seemingly impossible challenges are no match for Paul's size, strength, and quick wit. With faithful Babe the Blue Ox by Paul's side, the pair creates Minnesota's 10,000 lakes, digs the St.