The expedition is ravaged by massive dust storms and prairie fires that decimate their supplies and livestock.
of the 1996 miniseries Dead Man's Walk —the first prequel in the Lonesome Dove saga—focuses on the disastrous "Santa Fe Expedition." Episode Summary "Dead Man's Walk" Episode #1.2(1996)
As they near their destination, the weakened survivors are captured by Mexican forces under General Salazar, rather than being welcomed as liberators. Key Characters & Cast The expedition is ravaged by massive dust storms
Young, idealistic, and already showing his penchant for talk and card games. "Dead Man's Walk" Episode #1.2(1996)