When Professor Art T. Burton first found out about Bass Reeves, he didn't think much about him. It wasn't until later in life, and after hearing stories that sounded almost too good to be true, that he decided to dive into the life of one of the first black deputy U.S. marshals west of the Mississippi River.
Be sure to check out Art's book on Bass Reeves HERE.
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