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Moonshine Legend Big Six Henderson Faces Legacy
In Kentucky moonshine country Big Six Henderson looms as a legendary federal agent who busted thousands of stills and jailed more than 5,600 moonshiners. The six foot four lawman earned fame for daring raids and fair treatment, with moonshiners naming children after him and even a mash barrel bearing his nickname.
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