Movie Description:
Take a 2,000 mile journey with the pioneers that braved The Oregon Trail. Thousands of Americans followed the rutswest insearch of a better life,adventure or something more. See rare photos, hear diary excerpts and watch stunning footage in this award-winning film, previously viewed on publictelevision. Some estimate nearly one in 10 pioneers died during the dangerous trek across the unsettled American West. Butthose who made it had fascinating stories to tell. Why would anyone chooseto take the risky trip in the first place? How did they do it? All isrevealed in The Oregon Trail. Plus, visit all the key sitesalong the way, including St. Louis, Ft. Laramie, South Pass, Oregon City and many more!
