Lesson 73 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPCowboys and Cattle Drives
Cowboys played an important role in the cattle ranching industry during the late 1800s.
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Cowboys played an important role in the cattle ranching industry during the late 1800s. They rounded up cattle and drove them to markets in the east, often traveling long distances on horseback. Cattle drives were challenging and could last for several months. Cowboys became famous for their skills, and many stories and legends about them have become a part of American folklore.
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Cowboys drove cattle to markets, often traveling hundreds of miles.
Cattle drives could last several months.
The image of the cowboy is an important part of American culture.
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1 of 2What did cowboys do during cattle drives?
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