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What towns did the cattle trails and the railroads intersect to form cattle shipping centers?
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What were Cities in the Midwest an important centers for which of?
cattle stockyards
Why did the cattle trails begin in south Texas and travel north?
Many of the large cattle barons lived in the south, many in the state of Texas. The railroads did not go that far south for many years so the cattle had to be driven north the 'old fashion way', by horse and rider. Once at their destination the cattle were sold and loaded into rail cars to be taken to other cities, usually in the east.
What did the open range of Texas Colorado and wyoming become important areas for?
Cattle ranching
Where are Ranching and cattle dominant in?
The plains
What is an example of extensive agriculture?
Cattle ranching
What is moving of cattle to shipping centers?
Long Drive
What is called Moving of cattle to shipping centers?
The process of moving cattle to shipping centers is referred to as "livestock transportation" and is often managed by freight management companies to ensure safe and efficient transit.
How did the railroad affect the cattle industry in Texas?
Before railroads were built in Texas, cattle had to be herded on cattle drives to the nearest railroad. The first railroads in the United States ran from east to west. After the railroads were built that ran north and south, the Texas cattle ranchers had less distance to cover to reach a railroad for transport.
Why was the cattle kingdom dependant on the railroads?
The American cattle business was dependent on railroads because they could transport vast quantities of cattle faster than they could through cattle drives. It was also cheaper.
How did the growth of railroads and cities impact the cattle business?
The growth of cities meant there was less land to raise cattle and less grass for cattle to feed on. The railroads helped the cattle industry by allowing ranchers to be able to deliver cattle to areas where they could not be transported on foot.
Did railroads ship cattle?
No, it was the rail cars on the railroad that were used to ship cattle in.
Why did the cattle have to go north to kansas in the great western cattle trail?
Kansas had railroads
How did the growth of the railroad help with cattle industry?
Before railroads were built in Texas, cattle had to be herded on cattle drives to the nearest railroad. The first railroads in the United States ran from east to west. After the railroads were built that ran north and south, the Texas cattle ranchers had less distance to cover to reach a railroad for transport.
What animals did cowboys drive from Texas to the railroads in kansas?
Cattle
Why did cowboys herd cattle?
To strike it rich!
What did cities in the Midwest became important centers for?
Cattle Stockyards
What is cowtown?
Towns located near railroads to market and ship cattle.
