S6·E40 Pancho Villa: Outlaw Hero

He led the first foreign raid on U.S. soil since the War of 1812, rose to the rank of general during the Mexican Revolution, and later became governor of Chihuahua. Outlaw, soldier, leader, and politician, Pancho Villa led a life that ended in violence, but gave birth to a legend. This comprehensive Biography investigation draws on original artifacts, interviews with descendants and leading historians, and stunning location footage to trace the life and legend of Pancho Villa. Take an inside look at his famous raid on Columbus, New Mexico, examine the retaliatory strike by American general “Black Jack” Pershing, and witness extremely rare clips that capture the famous rebel in action. Pancho Villa: Outlaw Hero heads south of the border to examine the fact and folklore of one of the most compelling and notorious figures of the century.