The Paiute War

Season 1, Episode 4, Aired
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Underhanded trader Mike Wilson assaults two Paiute maidens and tells the Indian chief that Adam did the dastardly deed. Appalled, the Paiutes take the eldest Cartwright hostage, and before he has a chance to defend his innocence, an all-out war breaks out between the Native American tribe and the California militia.moreless
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      • Featured Cartwrights: Ben and Adam Edit
      • Young Wolf is the son of Winnemucca. Edit

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      • Scenes were filmed on location at California's Iverson Ranch. Edit
      • The Bannocks are an off-shoot of the Shoshoni. Edit
      • This episode of Bonanza was among the most expensive to make for the time – $139,000 when filmed in August 1959. More than 100 actors, portraying Indians, calvary members and extras, were hired. Some impressive stunts for this early episode were also featured. Edit

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      • Major Hornsby: Treacherous devils. Adam: Well, what did you expect? A welcome mat? Edit
      • Joe: You got yourself into some real trouble this time, big brother. Adam: Yeah. This time it's me and not you. Edit

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