History is set to premiere Kevin Costner’s The West with its first episode, “Fallen Timbers,” on Monday, May 26, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET/PT. The series opener will focus on a significant conflict between Native American nations and the early U.S. Army.
The episode details the events where Chief Little Turtle leads the Indian Nations of the Northwest Confederacy to a substantial victory. This success prompts a counteroffensive spearheaded by General “Mad” Anthony Wayne. “Fallen Timbers” will examine the battle for land and resources, illustrating the resilience of the Native American tribes and the consequences of westward expansion during this period of American history.
