Bass Reeves was born into slavery in Arkansas. As a young man, Reeves fled into the Indigenous Territory of Oklahoma. Rumor has it he fled after getting into a fight with his owner over a card game.

MUSKOGEE, Okla. — The Three Rivers Museum unveiled its new statue of lawman Bass Reeves. Bass Reeves has been described as one of the most prolific Deputy Marshals in the Old West. Born into slavery, ...

We continue Keeping Black History Alive by shining a spotlight on Bass Reeves, the original Lone Ranger. Bass Reeves was born into slavery in Arkansas. As a young man, Reeves fled into the Indigenous ...

Feb. 29, 2024 – 01:38 – This year for Black History Month, we’re honoring the legacy of Black Pioneers whose resilience and courage changed American history forever. We continue Keeping Black History ...