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Great job telling us the story of Soapy Smith. As a compulsive enquirer of stories from the Klondike gold rush, I had read all about Soapy. I think that Soapy Smith had worked out a perfect system where a combination of bribery, coercion, threats, and violence allowed him to grift, con, rob, and swindle great amounts in these nearly lawless boom towns, and the worst that would happen is that he would be run out of town. You might say he made a bet about what people would be willing to do to stop him. But he came to take that bet for granted. He'd stood down angry mobs before (always with a score of thugs behind him), but didn't count on someone just leveling a rifle and shooting him. Oops.
He also had a knack (or luck) of making the right decisions to get out of somewhere at the right time - though that luck ran out in Skagway of course. I'm glad you enjoyed how the story was told and thanks for your comment.
This is my therapy today, thank you Fact Feast, Im at an odd turning point in life, perhaps a metamorphosis for what's to come. My mom is losing her mind and as a parent im struggling to make ends meet. From friend to friend I want to thank you as your content allows me an escape. I will hammer forward. giving up is not an option.
I'm very sorry to hear that G D. I can't say anything that will be much help, but I can wish you well and hope better times lie ahead. I'm glad you find the history stories help.
I've never heard of this fellow before but your story telling has brought his history to life for me and for that I am very grateful. You have such a skill in narrating I'm constantly looking forward to each of your videos :) keep up the fantastic Job you're doing!
I''ve been to Skagway. Got there on the Alaska ferry form my home town. Slept on deck in those lounging chairs that are next to pools. I went to a Vaudevillian type performance. Women in American frontier costumes being rather bawdy. I don't remember all the Soapy Smith stuff. Interesting little town. Drove back to Bellingham through the Yukon and BC. It was 1999 and I was 15.
I see that it’s a very popular tourist destination for cruise ships nowadays, helped by its deep water port that was formerly so important for cargo. I imagine the Soapy Smith story, Klondike history and incredible natural scenery maintain it’s popularity. Thank you for your comment.
I am a great-grandson of "Soapy" Smith and have studied his history since the 1980s. I am the author of the book, Alias Soapy Smith: The Life and Death of a Scoundrel. There is so much more to Soapy's story that was skipped over by this video. I have a blog for discussing the latest information on Soapy. I doubt I can link it here, so try Googling "Soapy Smith's Soap Box blog."
Robert Ford reputedly shot Jessie James in the back to claim the reward. JJ had supposedly given up crime, married and settled down in a little house. RF went to visit him pretending to be out of friendship. At least the story I know of. So, RF got his comeuppance.
Tender Feet? I’m curious if the plural of the word “Tender Foot”, which is a noun, is “TenderFeet” as you used or “Tender Foots”? It’s not a word I use many times a day! This many very well be the most stupid thing I’ve ever asked! 6:55
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You can find lots of Victorian and Edwardian content on my channel. Do you mean a specific topic?
I’m glad you enjoyed Soapy Smith’s story and I hope feel better soon. Thanks for writing.
I very much enjoyed today's episode same as I enjoy every episode!
Great! Thanks Moon Dancer.
Thanks!
Ripping Yarn. My eloquent friend!!
History is in good hands here.
Thank you so much Fang Slaughter! It's great that you enjoyed the story.
Yep, I imagine politicians were as crooked then as they are now 🤷♀️
My favourite channel. Loved this evening. Brilliant as always 👌
Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed his life story.
Great job telling us the story of Soapy Smith. As a compulsive enquirer of stories from the Klondike gold rush, I had read all about Soapy. I think that Soapy Smith had worked out a perfect system where a combination of bribery, coercion, threats, and violence allowed him to grift, con, rob, and swindle great amounts in these nearly lawless boom towns, and the worst that would happen is that he would be run out of town. You might say he made a bet about what people would be willing to do to stop him. But he came to take that bet for granted. He'd stood down angry mobs before (always with a score of thugs behind him), but didn't count on someone just leveling a rifle and shooting him. Oops.
He also had a knack (or luck) of making the right decisions to get out of somewhere at the right time - though that luck ran out in Skagway of course. I'm glad you enjoyed how the story was told and thanks for your comment.
This is my therapy today, thank you Fact Feast, Im at an odd turning point in life, perhaps a metamorphosis for what's to come. My mom is losing her mind and as a parent im struggling to make ends meet. From friend to friend I want to thank you as your content allows me an escape. I will hammer forward. giving up is not an option.
I'm very sorry to hear that G D. I can't say anything that will be much help, but I can wish you well and hope better times lie ahead. I'm glad you find the history stories help.
I've never heard of this fellow before but your story telling has brought his history to life for me and for that I am very grateful. You have such a skill in narrating I'm constantly looking forward to each of your videos :) keep up the fantastic Job you're doing!
Smith certainly led an eventful life! It was interesting for me making this one too. I'm glad you enjoyed it and thank you for being a regular viewer.
Awesome content
Thanks! I really appreciate that.
Very well put together and narrated. Keep ‘em coming.
Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed Soapy’s story.
I have never heard of Soapy Smith, great story.
Thank you! Nice to know you enjoyed his story.
Very cool. Would like to see more like this
Thanks! The American west is so interesting. I hope to do more in future.
I said I would watch this and here I am 😊👍
Great 😊 Thank you.
@@FactFeast Thank you for the video and for running such a great channel.
Yes, everyone share! So we can get more videos!! Thanks for these great videos!!
I''ve been to Skagway. Got there on the Alaska ferry form my home town. Slept on deck in those lounging chairs that are next to pools. I went to a Vaudevillian type performance. Women in American frontier costumes being rather bawdy. I don't remember all the Soapy Smith stuff. Interesting little town. Drove back to Bellingham through the Yukon and BC. It was 1999 and I was 15.
I see that it’s a very popular tourist destination for cruise ships nowadays, helped by its deep water port that was formerly so important for cargo. I imagine the Soapy Smith story, Klondike history and incredible natural scenery maintain it’s popularity. Thank you for your comment.
Thank you!
Hope you enjoyed the trip to the American west.
First time a story Good Like.
Glad you liked the Soapy story!
Soap with a prize inside!!!
Happy Sunday F.F.❤️
Thank you! Wishing you the same 😀
@@FactFeast Ty😊
🤣😂Soapy Smith was Eric Clapton in a prior life! They look like twins!
I am a great-grandson of "Soapy" Smith and have studied his history since the 1980s. I am the author of the book, Alias Soapy Smith: The Life and Death of a Scoundrel. There is so much more to Soapy's story that was skipped over by this video. I have a blog for discussing the latest information on Soapy. I doubt I can link it here, so try Googling "Soapy Smith's Soap Box blog."
Hilarious how Soapy earned his name
though he ran a dirty game
along with ol' Tom shell
they better stop or
away to hell
~Miji/poem
Excellent words!
Soapy was related to the Matlock Smiths. Of which I am one.
Not sure if I should be proud of that or not?
Wow! That's quite something.
Soapy was a rough customer, he bullied people whiskey fueled
Red Dead Redemption 2
Robert Ford reputedly shot Jessie James in the back to claim the reward. JJ had supposedly given up crime, married and settled down in a little house. RF went to visit him pretending to be out of friendship. At least the story I know of. So, RF got his comeuppance.
This is interesting. I’ve seen some contemporary illustrations of the scene in his bedroom at the time of the shooting.
JJ was setting up a new gang to go back robbing banks and trains.
My uncles nickname was soapy after this guy
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What in the wild west is going on here what happened to the Victorian era. 🇬🇧 👍 😁
It’s the 1800s …but in North America 🤠
@@FactFeast Yeah we want to hear about various countries and the west was wild from what I hear, I don't know much even though I'm American.
Ol' Soapy Smith, see?!!
Tender Feet? I’m curious if the plural of the word “Tender Foot”, which is a noun, is “TenderFeet” as you used or “Tender Foots”? It’s not a word I use many times a day! This many very well be the most stupid thing I’ve ever asked! 6:55