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Synopsis

In The Show Wagons, the Lone Ranger and his faithful companion Tonto find themselves in a precarious situation as they learn of an imminent threat to Fort Worth. The fort is running dangerously low on ammunition and manpower, and the news of a Comanche uprising looms large. With only a hundred men to defend the fort, the commandant, Colonel Bailey, fears that an attack could lead to catastrophic consequences for the settlers in the region.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

E

Ernie Winstanley

F

Frank Russell

J

John Todd

P

Paul Hughes

P

Paul Sutton

R

Rollon Parker

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The Lone Ranger, Episode 3354

The Show Wagons

Monday, July 12, 1954 · 22:52

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3354

The Show Wagons

Monday, July 12, 1954 · 22:52

Summary

The Lone Ranger and Tonto must transport ammunition and troops to Fort Worth before the Comanches attack. They use show wagons to disguise their mission and evade danger.

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