About the Author
Robert Deason
During his five-decade career, Robert Deason has written for multiple media. He did radio news, dreamed up TV commercials, created television/movie promotional spots in the U.S. and internationally, issued press releases, wrote a parenting blog, and has authored five novels (so far). Deason also loves stories and trivia, so researching and creating content about the west and western entertainment for INSP.com is an exciting new opportunity. Besides writing, Deason enjoys ballroom dancing with his wife, trivia contests, reading, volunteering, and traveling.
Stories by Robert Deason
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How Many Purple Hearts Did Audie Murphy Receive?
Audie Murphy is known as a heralded Western star, but was also an American soldier, widely celebrated as the most decorated American soldier of World War II.
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What Did Fess Parker Do After Daniel Boone?
Fess Parker’s series portraying Daniel Boone ended in 1970. So what did Parker do after he took off the coonskin cap?
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The Ken Curtis Story
By Robert Deason Key Takeaways Curtis made his mark as Festus in Gunsmoke. Before Gunsmoke, Curtis gained fame as a singer. Curtis has hidden connections to Hollywood’s biggest names. Ken Curtis is closely identified with his…
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Steam Trains 101
By Robert Deason Key Takeaways James Watt’s steam engine breakthrough sparked a technological revolution by dramatically improving energy efficiency. Steam locomotives reshaped societies, driving the Industrial Revolution, urbanization, and the rapid settlement of the American…
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The Harrison Ford Story
By Robert Deason Key Takeaways Why he first appeared in credits with a middle initial Ford only took a drama class to overcome shyness The friendship that led to an amazing casting opportunity You know…
