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Farmers thought that cattle and other livestock shouldn't graze the land because it had nutrients to be used for crops. Cattlemen or ranchers wanted the land to graze the animals.

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Why did the cattlemen fight the homesteaders?

Many cattlemen wanted unfenced range for their cattle and didn't like the idea of homes being built or the possibility of water being tasken.


Who were more successful on the plains the cattlemen or the homesteaders?

Cattlemen were generally more successful on the plains due to the high demand for beef and their ability to establish profitable cattle ranching operations. The vast open spaces allowed for cattle drives and grazing, which contributed to their economic success. In contrast, homesteaders faced challenges such as harsh weather, limited resources, and difficulties in farming, which often hindered their success. While some homesteaders thrived, the cattle industry ultimately proved to be more lucrative and influential in shaping the plains economy.


Where did homesteaders and cowboys come into conflict in the 1890s?

Homesteaders and cowboys came into conflict in the 1890s primarily in the Great Plains and cattle country as the expansion of farming encroached on traditional grazing lands. The rise of barbed wire fencing by homesteaders restricted cattle movement, leading to disputes over land use and access to water sources. These tensions were exacerbated by economic pressures, such as drought and falling cattle prices, which intensified competition for the available resources. The conflicts symbolized the broader struggle between agricultural expansion and the ranching lifestyle during westward expansion.


Why did the voortrekkers come in conflict with the Zulus?

The Voortrekkers were trekking over and occupying Zulu lands in much the same way American homesteaders had done 50 years before in the US. -The Zulus, like the Indians, didn't like this.


What conditions made life difficult for homesteaders What helped homesteaders survive?

there squishy poop sandwiches haha!

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Why did the cattle ranchers and homsteaders come into conflict?

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Why did the cattlemen fight the homesteaders?

Many cattlemen wanted unfenced range for their cattle and didn't like the idea of homes being built or the possibility of water being tasken.


Where did the Homesteaders in the American West come from originally?

The eastern part of the USA,.


Why did the voortrekkers come in conflict with the Zulus?

The Voortrekkers were trekking over and occupying Zulu lands in much the same way American homesteaders had done 50 years before in the US. -The Zulus, like the Indians, didn't like this.


Why did cattle barons hire gunfighter to hunt down rustlers?

By the 1850s there was increasing conflict between the cattle men/cowboys and the homesteaders. This was because the homesteaders wanted to keep their land but the cattle men wanted to make their way around so they could get places.


What are the release dates for Cattlemen's Days - 1944?

Cattlemen's Days - 1944 was released on: USA: 24 June 1944


Why was the Chisholm trail important to the cattlemen?

the chisholm trail was important because many cattlemen and cowboys used it to lead there cattle


Who were the first cattlemen who drove?

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When was Oahu Cattlemen's Association Paniolo Hall of Fame created?

Oahu Cattlemen's Association Paniolo Hall of Fame was created in 1999.


What statement best describe the lifestyle of homesteaders?

Homesteaders often had to struggle even for the necessities.


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What are the release dates for The Homesteaders - 1916?

The Homesteaders - 1916 was released on: USA: 6 January 1916