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Why is the great western cattle trail important to Americans?
because it would be harder for Americans to transport cattle up north
What occurred during the Great Western Cattle Trail Drive?
to go up north
What made the western cattle industry profitable?
The western cattle industry was very profitable because the cattle cost very little to feed. The cattle were also worth very little in the south but roughly tripled in value when shipped to the north.
Why did cowboys drive their cattle north from Texas along the Chisholm Trail?
Cowboys took cattle up to Kansas from Texas because they could get a better price for their cattle. They used the Chisolm Trail to avoid passing through areas where it was illegal or dangerous to bring Texas Longhorns, who were known to carry ticks harmful to other cattle breeds.
Why did cowhands lead difficult cattle drives in the 1860's?
Cowhands led cattle drives in the 1860's to move cattle from the southwest to the nearest rail station where the cattle could be carried north. Cattle were worth about 3 times in the north what they were in the south.
