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The Love and Death of Joaquin Murieta
Originally Aired: February 16, 1953
Suspense #500, "The Love and Death of Joaquin Murieta," presents the tragic true story of how a peaceful Mexican grandee's son transforms into California's most notorious outlaw. Joaquin Murieta and his wife Carmen arrive in the California goldfields seeking prosperity, but instead encounter lawless Americans who view them as a conquered people without rights. When claim-jumpers led by a man named O'Brien brutally assault Joaquin and murder Carmen with a knife, Joaquin's grief and rage consume him. With his tears exhausted, he swears to avenge her death…
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