The tales of the Old West as depicted on television--especially the numerous programs produced in the 1950s--were far from the truth but they were entertaining and  the programs kept the messages moral for the kids and the conservative viewers of the times. The Cisco Kid and The Lone Ranger only shot in self-defense and even then only to shot the gun out of the bandit's hand. And most of the heroes never used profanity nor got intoxicated in  public. With the revival of the western in the 1980s, some of the more seedy aspects of the Old West such as prostitution, gambling, etc. found their way into the scripts. However, whether you like your westerns, graphic or subdued, these tales of  early America will always find an audience. This section is a compilation of all the western programs and related historical adventures either set in the Old West or contemporary frontier including comedies, dramas, specials, made-for TV movies, puppets and animated cartoons.

TRIVIA NOTE: In 1959 alone there were 32 westerns on the air--nine of which were in the Nielsen Top 20).                       

See also - HORSES               

"The 'Trail Boss' is the man in charge. The man who rides herd on the hands as well as the cattle. The Leader. The man whom experience has taught. The man who had learned from another trail boss. The man who sets the pace. The man who gives the orders...and must be obeyed. The man who has full responsibility for the safe conduct of the herd all the way. The man who knows everyone's job. The man who leads from start to finish."
	--Trail Boss, Rawhide

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