In the 1830s, the Prescott family embarks on a perilous journey west, where they encounter Linus, a mysterious stranger who aids them in fending off a group of bandits. Linus subsequently marries Eve Prescott, and three decades later, he sets off with their son to fight in the Civil War, leaving a trail of bloodshed in his wake. Meanwhile, Eve's sister Lily ventures further west, where she becomes entangled in a series of thrilling escapades with a skilled gambler, culminating in her arrival in 1880s San Francisco.

How the West Was Won
A family's epic journey spans the American frontier, weaving their tale through pivotal moments in history, from the California Gold Rush to the Civil War and the construction of the transcontinental railroad.