Hell on Wheels

Hell on Wheels (2011)

2 factual errors in show generally - chronological order

(5 votes)

Show generally

Factual error: The steam locomotives seen are dull faded gray. The railroads of the 1800's had great respect for the trains that brought their business. As such, their locomotives (even those in freight or yard duties) were painted in vibrant colors, with their bells, whistles, and other brass components highly polished. The replica engines at the Golden Spike National Historic Site, as well as various other preserved 1860's and 1870's vintage locomotives all give you a good idea of how steam engines appeared during the show's time. It wasn't until around the turn of the century that corporate greed had taken its toll on the trains' appearances.

jayo

Bleeding Kansas - S4-E11

Continuity mistake: Ruth is seen in a flashback. The young Ruth has a mole on the left side of her face, as does the adult Ruth. But in one shot, when she is slapped by her father, the mole appears on the right side. (00:20:00)

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Sean McGinnes: I came to America to build a life in this world, not the next.

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Trivia: The character of Eva (played by Robin Mcleavy) has a tattoo on her chin that is based on Olive Oatman, a real-life person who was captured by American Indians as a little girl during the 1800's until regaining her freedom from the Indians in her early adulthood.

Scott215

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