Early Settlement (1800-1850)

The History of Western Saddlery and Tack in the Old WestThe tale of Western saddlery and tack is woven intricately with the fabric of American frontier life. From the early…

The Pahrump Mining Region (Nevada): Gold Mining Along Nevadas Desert EdgeThe Pahrump Mining Region, nestled along the fringes of Nevadas arid landscape, witnessed a surge of exploration and settlement during…

The Buffalo Soldiers’ Role in Protecting Settlers and Railroad Workers in the Old WestFrom the late 1800s through the early 1900s, the Buffalo Soldiers played a significant role in the…

John Slaughter: Sheriff of Cochise County, ArizonaIntroduction to the Old WestThe Old West, a term denoting the western regions of the United States during the latter half of the 19th…

The History of the Española Valley and Its Settlement Growth in the Old WestThe Española Valley, located in northern New Mexico, has a rich history that weaves together native cultures,…

The Mohave Desert Crossing Routes: Vital for Spanish and Indigenous Travelers in the Old WestThe Mohave Desert, a stark yet captivating expanse of arid terrain stretching across southeastern California and…

Juan Francisco de la Bodega y Quadra: Explorer and Mapmaker in California and the Pacific NorthwestJuan Francisco de la Bodega y Quadra played a significant role during the early settlement…

Albert B. Fall: Arizona Political Leader Tied to National ScandalAlbert B. Fall, although primarily recognized for his infamous involvement in the Teapot Dome scandal during the early 20th century, also…

The San Juan Basin Ranchers: Builders of the Colorado-New Mexico Range in the Old WestThe San Juan Basin, straddling the borders of Colorado and New Mexico, became a focal point…

The Founding of Oroville, California: A Gold Rush Settlement Along the Feather River The Founding of Oroville, California: A Gold Rush Settlement Along the Feather RiverThe settlement of Oroville, a…