An epic two-part saga of the first Americans fighting for survival in a wild, spectacular land and the legend of a leader who through courage, love and a unique vision builds the future from the past. Starring
1: 1802. In the cruel environment of the Great
Plains, Ahbleza, a young Red Indian of the Mahto tribe, grows up learning the ways of his people and the destiny shown to him in the mysterious vision of the white buffalo. Faced with the encroachment of the white man and the hostile intentions of other tribes, the Mahto struggle through harsh times which for
Ahbleza and his brother-friend, Tonweya, brings self-discovery and the prospect of war....
Written by JEB ROSEBROOK based on the book HantaYoby
RUTH BEEBE HILL and other material Directed by RICHARD T. HEFFRON (Part 2 tomorrow at 9.30 pm.)
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