On this day August 24 1986, the final episode of Dalton’s Code of Vengeance aired, bringing an end to the action packed journey of a lone wanderer who fought for justice outside the system. The show centered around Burt Dalton, a former special forces operative who roamed the country helping those in trouble wherever he went.
Though short lived, the series carved out a gritty niche on television with its quiet hero, rural settings, and episodes that played like modern morality tales. Viewers followed Dalton from town to town as he used his tactical skills and personal code to stand up for the underdog.
The final episode did not offer a grand farewell but stayed true to the show’s wandering spirit. Dalton simply moved on to the next horizon leaving behind another small town just a bit better than he found it.
80s insight: While it did not have a long run, the series captured the 80s fascination with lone heroes and justice on the road.
Though short lived, the series carved out a gritty niche on television with its quiet hero, rural settings, and episodes that played like modern morality tales. Viewers followed Dalton from town to town as he used his tactical skills and personal code to stand up for the underdog.
The final episode did not offer a grand farewell but stayed true to the show’s wandering spirit. Dalton simply moved on to the next horizon leaving behind another small town just a bit better than he found it.
80s insight: While it did not have a long run, the series captured the 80s fascination with lone heroes and justice on the road.
