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On a cattle drive, a cowboy's primary job is to manage and herd cattle from one location to another, ensuring they stay together and move efficiently. They are responsible for monitoring the health and behavior of the cattle, as well as protecting them from predators and rustlers. Cowboys also assist in setting up and breaking down camp, and they may handle tasks such as branding, sorting, and caring for the animals. Overall, their work requires skill in riding, roping, and working as part of a team.
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How did ranchers move cattle to east during 1870?
Ranchers hired cowboys to gather and drive the cattle east. The expansion of the railroads shortened the cattle drive, enabling the cowboys to simply drive the cattle to the nearest rail stockyard.
Why did cowboys choose to go on long cattle drives following the civil war?
Those were jobs that were available. There was lots of demand back east in restaurants for beef, the cattle were raised out west far from the few western railroads, so it was necessary to hire cowboys to drive the cattle all the way from the range to the railroad. Within about 10 years the railroads expanded and went directly to where the cattle were raised and the age of cowboys and long cattle drives came to an end. The cowboys lost their jobs.
What did cowboys do for fun?
at the end of the cattle drive, the cowboys rest and drink and fight
What did cowboys carry when on a cattle drive?
While riding on a cattle drive, cowboys would typically carry a bedroll, firearm and ammunition, a knife and a rope lasso.
What animals did cowboys drive from Texas to Kansas?
Cattle.
Who drove the cattle on the Chisholm trail?
In the late 1800s the Chisolm trail was used to drive cattle by cowboys. The cowboys originated in Texas and drove the cattle to Kansas to be sold.
What animals did cowboys drive from Texas to the railroads in kansas?
Cattle
What are cattle drives?
Cattle Drive--- A journey in which cowboys herded cattle north to the railroad depots in the 1800's
Who settled in Texas where some helped drive cattle to the north?
Cowboys.........
Why did cowboys drive their cattle north from Texas to the Chisholm Trail?
Because that's where they needed to sell their cattle.
What are drives?
Cattle Drive--- A journey in which cowboys herded cattle north to the railroad depots in the 1800's
Where did the cowboys eat during the cattle drive?
Near the chuck wagon by a campfire.
