Little House on the Prairie debuted on NBC on September 11th 1974. This dramatic and gripping story of a young pioneer family's struggle to build a new life for themselves on the American frontier of the 1870's, captured the hearts of viewers around the world. Highlights from Season Three: Mary and John fall deeply in love and must make serious decisions about their future – Laura demonstrates tremendous courage when Charles is critically wounded on a hunting trip – Carrie wanders off and narrowly avoids tragedy when she is rescued from a mine shaft – A child, initially rejected by his grandfather because his father was Indian, earns his Grandad’s respect – Important lessons are learned when a young black child comes to stay with the Ingalls – With their crops destroyed, Charles decides to take his family to seek their fortune in the gold mines with disturbing results.