Remembering the Fallen Soldiers of the Simpsonville Massacre

Season 22 Episode 1

About the Episode

Meet the investigators determined to find and memorialize the 22 Civil War soldiers from the 5th United States Colored Cavalry, who were ambushed and slain by racist outlaws outside of Camp Nelson, Kentucky.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 2m 17s

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