Randolph McCoy, the patriarch of the McCoy family of northern Kentucky, claimed that Floyd Hatfield had stolen his pig. The ...

Photographs of the real people in the Hatfield and the McCoy families, whose famously violent 19th century feud has shaped perceptions of Appalachian life. The feud between the Hatfields and ...

At the time, one hog could feed a family for a month, and with 16 kids, McCoy’s accusation was a serious one. In a jury made up of six Hatfields and six McCoys, the testimony came down to one ...

In 1878, Randall accused a relative of Anderson “Devil Anse” Hatfield of stealing one of the McCoys’ hogs ... A vicious, decades-long family feud ensued.

Hatfields & McCoys is a series that promises to keep ... also an exploration of the universal themes of revenge, honor, and family. With its immersive narrative and attention to historical detail ...

either Hatfield or McCoy. So, the audience was split and encouraged to root for their respective side. Overall, the content felt family-friendly, making it perfect for audience members of any age.