Sam died in a battle with the Lakota.
In the television series “1883,” which is a prequel to “Yellowstone,” the character Sam, a cowboy, meets his end during a violent confrontation with the Lakota tribe. The series, created by Taylor Sheridan, follows the Dutton family as they embark on a treacherous journey through the Great Plains to seek a better future in Montana. Sam, portrayed by actor Martin Sensmeier, is a skilled horseman and becomes a trusted member of the group led by Shea Brennan, played by Sam Elliott. Despite his abilities and the respect he earns from the group, Sam’s fate is sealed in the harsh realities of the American frontier, where conflicts with Native American tribes were common. His death is a poignant moment in the series, highlighting the brutal and often tragic nature of westward expansion during that era.