Taylor Sheridans latest series is based on the life of a legendary lawman.
But what is fact and what is fiction about Bass Reeves?
This article contains no spoilers forLawmen: Bass Reevesbut does discuss details of the real Bass Reeves story.
Reeves was born a slave in 1838in Crawford County Arkansas as the property of farmer and politician William Reeves.
Bass, named after his grandfather, would eventually work beside his parents in the field.
Eventually, Bass parted ways with George.
Some claim it was because Bass savagely beat up George after George cheated during a card game.
Regardless, Bass spent the next few years on the run and predominantly moved around Indian country in Oklahoma.
He eventually married, and had 10 children, five girls and five boys.
Eventually, Akansas, especially Indian territory, had become a refuge for lawlessness and villainy.
One of his first acts was to appoint 200 new Deputy U.S. Over the years, the legend grew.
Reeves was notoriously clean cut.
More recently, another famous Black bounty hunter appeared to be inspired by Reeves amazing set of skills.
The first two episodes ofLawmen: Bass Reevesare available to stream on Paramount+ now.
New episodes premiere Fridays.
