I’ve read more than one article (including items from your books) about James Addison Reavis, the so-called “Baron of Arizona.” Which side did he...
The Baron, the Cow-boys and the Trail Boss
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Wagons
Chuckwagons
The mother ship of the trail drives was a broad-beamed, sturdily vehicle that carried virtually everything that ten men might need on a prairie...
The WagonMaster
The wagonmaster was almost invariably a powerful man who rose from the ranks of bullwhacker on the basis of his leadership qualities. His word was...
Wagons That Won The West Most covered wagons used in the westward expansion was farm wagons with canvas tops.
Prairie Schooners Most covered wagons used in the westward expansion was farm wagons with canvas tops. Emigrants traveling on the Oregon and...
Living, Loving and Dying in the West
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