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How many miles were traveled each day in cattle drives?
An average of 14 to 18 miles per day were made on cattle drives.
Why did Texas ranchers herd their longhorn to cattle drives?
Before the arrival of the railways, cattle had to be herded to market, often over a long distance.
Why did you have cattle drives?
to get cattle to the market.
What is the plural of cattle drive?
Cattle drives
Cattle industry and cattle drives originate in?
The cattle industry originated in Ancient Egypt over 5000 years ago. Same with the cattle drives.
How long did cattle drives last?
That depends on how far the cow hands had to drive the cattle. Most cattle drives lasted anywhere from a week to several months.
How long did the cattle drives last?
That depends on how far the cow hands had to drive the cattle. Most cattle drives lasted anywhere from a week to several months.
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.
What insect made cattle feel unwelcome at cattle drives?
The tick.
Why did Cattle drives occur?
the market for cattle in texas was too small
What affected cattle drives?
railhead
What does a drover do?
It drives cattle in to a field
