Days of the Pony Express

They rode their way into history

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The Pony Express continues to capture the imagination of young and old alike. Relive the experiences of the original organizers; Russell, Majors, and Waddell as well as riders Johnny Fry, Pony Bob Haslam, Buffalo Bill Cody, and Bronco Charlie Miller in this action driven documentary as they pave the trail into American history.

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Budget

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

60 mins

Rating

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Release Date

31 December 2008

Country

United States of America

Cast

Justin Rother

Johnny Fry

Joey Culbertson

Bob Haslam

Penny Arnold

Seamstress

Chandler Farmer

Young Miller

Jim Conlon

(Narrator)

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