Soapy's Last Frontier
By 1884, Jeff had earned the notorious nickname Soapy, using his charm and cunning to manipulate lawmen and public officials in Colorado. As the Wild West began to dwindle, he set his sights on Alaska, viewing it as his final chance for a big score. In Skagway, he exploited the influx of gold seekers, deploying a gang to fleece unsuspecting stampeders before they even reached their destination. Soapy's complex character reveals the paradox of a man who could simultaneously embody the spirit of a patriot while engaging in deceitful schemes.In this clip
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88: “The Last Frontier:” The Purchase of Alaska and the Klondike Gold Rush
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