Jim Bridger is one of the most important characters in Netflix's American Primeval, and here is the real-life story behind the historical figure.

Caught in the middle of it all is none other than mountain man Jim Bridger. Portrayed by legendary character actor Shea Whigham, Bridger is a connective tissue between many of the supporting characters in Primeval.

Netflix’s ‘American Primeval’ mixes reality with fiction to create a compelling tale of violence and bloodshed, as well as hope and survival. The story begins with a woman named Sara Rowell and her desire to find a safe haven for her and her son,