Texas
On Patrol

On Patrol

Five Texas Rangers of Company A, (l.-r) Howard Cragg, Ira Heard, Sam Chessir, J. B. Brooks and Lloyd David, were mounted and ready for action at the...

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A Botched Arrest

A Botched Arrest

The Horrell brothers weren’t going to go without a fight. On March 19, 1873, several members of the Texas State Police attempted to arrest members...

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Cowboy Up!

Cowboy Up!

From Montana to Texas, a summer road trip is a great way to immerse yourself in the history and heritage of the American West.   I remember my...

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Bandera, Texas

Bandera, Texas

Cattle-drive roots and cowboy cahoots make this Hill Country town a favorite Old West destination.     It’s no wonder Bandera is a cowboy...

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No Complaints

No Complaints

A Texas cowman had a unique way of dealing with troublesome workers. You just didn’t mess with trail boss Mannen Clements (photo). He was leading a...

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