LEGENDS OF THE OLD WEST | Frontier Tragedy Ep4 - Donner Party, Part 4

WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of cannibalism.
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The Donner Party experiences the worst case scenario. They’re starving and living in crude shelters. A small group begins the trek over the mountains to find help, but it loses members along the way. The people who remain trapped near Truckee Lake become increasingly desperate. But early in the new year of 1847, rescue parties start to arrive at the camps near the lake. The rescuers can hardly believe the conditions of the camps and the people. And the survivors tell the story of the most infamous wagon train in American history.
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[@josephbrown4768]

Charles Stanton was a real MVP here. A bachelor who had every reason to stay in California and save himself. He came back with supplies instead. Some sources claim that Charles made it to the summit but turned back with the rest before it closed up with snow. He had many opportunities to save himself but didn't. Many more people probably would have died if it wasn't for him. A good man from history that deserves to be remembered. RIP Charles Stanton.

[@dougswindowonnature9438]

I agree about Stanton. The hero.

[@NotgoingToohappen]

This is the real history that should have millions upon millions of subscribers and viewers.

[@KJV_bibleteaching]

Yep. This is super easy to follow and heart pounding. Other documentaries and podcasts are hard to follow on this piece of history.

[@WildBill-kf2pc]

You guys are amazing and so are your stories. Chris Wimmer you are the very best of all story tellers.

[@ryanbutz5469]

I agree.

[@susancoddington6393]

Your series on the Donner Party has been one of the best and most informative thank you

[@travishendrix7026]

I was fascinated by this story as a kid in the 70's. Getting the detailed story is so heartbreaking. Good job Chris and Black Barrel.

[@paullittle4040]

We should all thank God if we never have to live in the desperation that those people had to. A story from history well told. Thank you!

[@NotgoingToohappen]

First of all, there is no God. Secondly, you seem like a coward.

[@NotgoingToohappen]

Why would ANYONE believe that there is a God but then make us all live in a fuked up disgusting world like this?

[@neillundy5955]

Thank you so much.

[@judithcampbell1705]

Fantastic finale` to a wonderful series. Thank you 💛. Definitely Want to be able to watch again!!!

[@days_hadd]

easily became one of my new favorite channels

[@Olddog-Wiserdog]

Another gem. Thanks.

[@fernr.5675]

Great story telling. I enjoy the details. Does anyone know if there are any pictures or any visuals to go with the story?

[@lou_-mg7mb]

Very appreciative of your work here. Reminded me how badly we all need the Lord and salvation in Christ. I’m rededicating to caring about others. So many lessons in this story, that point straight to scripture, especially the Gospels and Proverbs.

[@monstersdad67]

Great series

[@childoftheeternalsky2382]

May they all have found the light of God and rest easy.

[@thehorseman8271]

❤❤❤❤

[@iananderson1901]

Bro...

[@paulkrug9807]

What a great series

[@MicahBell_1860]

I'll go rhythm