Man vs. History
8 Episodes Available
TV-PGDocumentary • HistorySeason 18 Episodes
Billy the Kid's Great EscapeS1 E1In search of the truth, Bil Lepp puts Billy the Kid's famous escape to the test and attempts Annie Oakley's most difficult shot while also investigating the validity of the Tombstone Thunderbird.
Steel Drivin' John HenryS1 E2Bill investigates the truth of the folk legend of railroader John Henry, a figure who represents the American working class.
The Real HoudiniS1 E3Daredevils have always captured imaginations and the stories of their feats have grown into superhuman myths that persist to this day.
Remember the AlamoS1 E4Bill aims to answer why the battle of the Alamo is remembered, how Davy Crockett really died, and if Civil War soldiers were healed by an angel's glow.
Hamilton vs. BurrS1 E5Bill investigates the rivalries of Hamilton & Burr, the Hatfields and McCoys, and the O.K. Corral.
Secret History of the Bowie KnifeS1 E6Bil separates fact from fiction surrounding the Bowie knife; attempts to outshoot Abe Lincoln; and unloads the Colt 45 origin story.
Franklin's Electric KiteS1 E7Bil sheds light on how Benjamin Franklin really discovered electricity, examines if Thomas Edison truly invented the light bulb, and sorts out if the Wright Brothers were actually first in flight.
Revere's Midnight RideS1 E8Bil saddles up to find out what Paul Revere's ride was really like, if the turning point in Revolutionary War was a seemingly impossible sniper shot, and if Betsy Ross was really responsible for Old Glory.
Synopsis
Acclaimed storyteller and local historian Bil Lepp travels off the beaten path across the country to discover the truth behind mysteries and legends of American history.Cast
Bil LeppRating
TV-PG
Genres
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