In Search of Bass Reeves

As his distinguished career drew to a close, Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves was arguably the most notable lawman of the Old West. Over his 32-year tenure in law enforcement during the Reconstruction era following the Civil War, he successfully apprehended more than 3,000 criminals. His narrative is a remarkable journey from slavery to freedom, navigating the perils of the West to emerge as a legendary figure in law enforcement. Embark with us on a quest to uncover the story of Bass Reeves.