Small Town America Riding on Faith: The History of the Stagecoach S1 EP2

🐎 Show Description:

This episode takes a historical look at the stagecoach, the vital mode of transportation that connected the growing towns of the American West. Stagecoaches were typically pulled by four to six horses or mules and were crucial for mail and passenger transport. We explore the design and innovation behind the famous Concord coach, known for its unique leather-strap suspension system, the "thoroughbraces," which offered a surprisingly more comfortable ride over rugged terrain than traditional metal springs.
We then visit the incredible Cartwright Movie Ranch, a Texas-based company operating out of Benbrook. With over four decades of experience (40+ years!), Cartwright supplies authentic western-themed props, livestock, wagons, and carriages to the film and television industry, keeping the spirit of the Old West alive on screen.