The Apache Resistance in the Guadalupe Mountains The Apache Resistance in the Guadalupe Mountains: An Overlooked Theater of the Wars in the Old West Introduction The early settlement period (1800-1850)…
Mary E. Lease: Populist Speaker and Advocate for Farmers in the Old WestMary E. Lease was a prominent figure in the late 19th century, particularly known for her role as…
The Importance of Fort Kearny in Protecting Westward Migrants in the Old WestDuring the early settlement period of the American West from 1800 to 1850, thousands embarked on the arduous…
Annie Oakley: Sharpshooting Legend and Symbol of EmpowermentAnnie Oakley, born Phoebe Ann Mosey in 1860 in Darke County, Ohio, emerged as one of the most celebrated figures in the American…
John Tunstall: Rancher and Rail Advocate in New MexicoJohn Tunstall, born in 1850 in the bustling seaside town of Liverpool, England, became a pivotal figure during the early years of…
Albert B. Fall: Controversial Politician Tied to the Teapot Dome ScandalAlbert B. Fall was a significant figure in early 20th-century American politics, most notably for his role in the Teapot…
Bill Doolin: Founder of the Doolin-Dalton GangThe Early Settlement Period (1800-1850)In the vast expanse of the American West during the early to mid-19th century, a complex tapestry of settlement, economic…
The Mojave Road: Connecting Arizona to California Across the Mojave DesertEarly Settlement (1800-1850)The Mojave Road, a historic trade route stretching through the arid expanse of the Mojave Desert, played a…
The Younger Brothers: Associates of Jesse James in Western RobberiesThe Younger brothers--Cole, Jim, John, and Bob--are among the most notorious figures in the lore of the American Old West. Active…
The 24th Infantry Regiment: African-American Troops Who Secured the Frontier in the Old WestThe 24th Infantry Regiment played a significant role in the American West between 1800 and 1850, especially…