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The herding of cattle from Texas to railroad centers to the north was given the name?
The herding of cattle from Texas to railroad centers to the north was called a cattle drive. Cattle drives took many months to complete. Some of the cowboys would drive the cattle to Kansas and not want to go back to the ranch after being paid. Then ranchers would have to hire more hands the next cattle drive season.
In My brother sam is dead the why did the cowboys harass Tim and his father?
When Tim and Father go to Verplank's Point to sell cattle, they are stopped by cowboys. The cowboys say that they don't want the cattle to be sold to the british, since the rebels are short of every supply they need, but really just want to take the cattle and sell it themselves for money and other stuff. They really didn't care who got the cattle.
What are reasons a Texas cowboy might want to reup for another cattle drive next year?
A Texas cowboy might want to reup for another cattle drive next year for the camaraderie and bonds formed with fellow cowboys during the challenging journey. The opportunity to earn a decent wage and potentially increase their skills and reputation in the cattle industry can also be motivating factors. Additionally, the thrill of adventure and the connection to the rugged, traditional lifestyle of the West may draw them back to the open ranges and the call of the cattle drive.
How many cowboys are usually in a cattle drive?
Historically, as in the late 1800's, there would be at least a few hundred to a few thousand cattle from several ranches in an area that would be driven a cattle drive to the stockyards in order to be sold.
Who attends to groups of cattle?
Cowboys or cowgirls, the rancher, cattlemen/women, drovers, farmers, whatever you want to call them.
Why were cattles drives important?
Cattle Drives were important because the East wanted beef and the cowboys want money the cattle drived could take weeks to get to the Railroad station.
What are the hardships for cowboys?
Cowboys faced many dangers. One of them was stampedes. On cattle drivesw the smalest sound could startle the cattle. Another was Indians. Indians arnt as bad as they may seem because the cowboys half caused the hostility toward the indians by taking their land. If you want to learn more google what danger did cowboys face.
What does the cowboy slang 'loblolly' mean?
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This means a mud hole. You'd want to keep your cattle away from a loblolly so they wouldn't get trapped.
What are some reasons a Texas cowboy might not want to re up for another cattle drive next year?
Dangerous
What did ranchers want to bring their cattle to Chicago and eastern cities?
Ranchers aimed to bring their cattle to Chicago and eastern cities to capitalize on the growing demand for beef in urban areas, driven by population growth and industrialization. The proximity to major railroads facilitated efficient transportation, allowing ranchers to reach lucrative markets quickly. By selling their cattle in these cities, ranchers could achieve higher prices compared to local markets, maximizing their profits. This movement also played a key role in the development of the meatpacking industry in Chicago.
Why did cattle ranchers want to get the cattle to the northern and easstern states?
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What characteristics do farmers want there cattle to have?
Farmers want their cattle to produce high quality meat and a high milk yield
