The Story of the Oregon Trail

Created by a four-time Emmy-winning filmmaker, "The Story of the Oregon Trail" chronicles the great mid-1800s trek across the unsettled American West. One in ten pioneers died along the way; many walked the entire 2,000 miles barefoot; but in the end nearly a half-million Americans followed the ruts west in search of a better life. Rare photos, diary excerpts, and stunning footage tell a fascinating story of tragedy and triumph.

Country:

United States of America

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

67 minutes

Year:

1993

Director:

Steve Boettcher

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Company:

Boettcher/Trinklein Productions

Cast:
Steve King

Narrator

Crew:
Steve Brenzel

Online Editor

Jeffrey D. Howard

Online Editor

Steve Boettcher

Director

Michael J. Trinklein

Writer

Michael J. Trinklein

Producer