World of Redemption

In 1877, Dutch and Hosea took in a troubled fourteen-year-old orphan, Arthur Morgan, teaching him essential skills in their gang-like family. In 1885, Dutch rescued twelve-year-old John Marston from a lynching and brought him into the gang, instilling distrust toward authority and advocating against cold-blooded killing. The boys became favorites, sparking envy among other members. In 1893, Bill Williamson, a dishonorably discharged US Army veteran, attempted to rob Dutch but was instead invited to join the gang, giving him a sense of purpose despite his lack of conventional intelligence. His unwavering loyalty made him valuable. In 1894, Uncle introduced Abigail Roberts, a prostitute who developed a romantic relationship with John, claiming to be pregnant, which John denied. In 1895, Dutch found Javier Escuella, a young Mexican exile, while stealing chickens. Taking him into the gang, Dutch provided food and clothing, leading Javier to become one of their most skilled gunmen.