A former Confederate cavalry officer who moved west after the Civil War and took an Indian bride, later killed in a massacre carried out by United States Army troops. He now travels with his dog, Sam, seeking to prevent further conflict between the Army and the remaining Indians while also opposing land grabbers and other outlaws.
Casey is a singer and trumpeter who once protects Polly from the man who assaulted her. Polly later recommends him to a musical producer, and he asks her to dinner after getting a job. He proposes marriage, but is horrified when she reveals her occupation; their relationship ends after Polly follows Costigan's advice and parts from him.
The son of outlaw Ross Sawyer who participates in a $50,000 bank robbery alongside his brother. He is apprehended by Sheriff Horne, becoming the catalyst for Ross's attempt to intercept the stagecoach and the final confrontation.
Corporate rival or ambitious executive.
A major and one of the test pilots in the experimental X-15 program, Wilde prepares for the planned launches alongside Matt Powell and Lt. Col. Lee Brandon. The pilots face emotional and physical problems during the demanding series of tests and share those difficulties with their wives and sweethearts.
Art Keefer is Morgan’s old wartime associate, long presumed dead. He reunites with Morgan and helps with the operation in Nueva Cadiz, where Morgan plans to make contact at the Orino Bar and investigate Rose Castle. Morgan introduces Art to his wife, Kim Stacy, as they prepare for the mission.
Ralph Taeger has 15 screen credits in a career dating back to 1959. Their work is anchored in the Nevada Smith Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Hondo, Hondo and the Apaches, A.P.O. 923. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
