One such project was the short-lived syndicated seriesThe Gray Ghost, which was cancelled after only 39 half-hour episodes.

But what wasThe Gray Ghostabout, and why was it so controversial?

Ironically, however, the series ended up thriving in syndication.

A man wearing a uniform with a hat in front of a backward American flag

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Well, it was essentially an adventure series set during the American Civil War.

Hence, his “Gray Ghost” nickname.

For 39 episodes, this adventure continued, and Mosby’s Rangers found favor with Americans nationwide.

The title card from ‘The Gray Ghost’ television series.

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Considering the initial hesitation behind the program, it was shocking how well-received it had become.

“Now we are engaged in a great civil war.”

-Abraham Lincoln

Due to the show’s popularity, many episodes wereadapted into comic books as well.

Kevin Costner’s character from Dances with Wolves

But despite this,The Gray Ghostdidn’t last.

But even now,The Gray Ghosthas vanished yet again.

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