Colonel Alexander Doniphan: Commander in the Mexican-American War’s New Mexico ExpeditionColonel Alexander Doniphan remains a significant figure in American military history, particularly noted for his leadership during the Mexican-American War,…
Colonel John Chisum: Cattle Baron and Military Ally in the Old WestColonel John Chisum was a pivotal figure in the American West during the late 19th and early 20th centuries,…
The Apache Stronghold at the Black Range: A Natural Fortress That Defended Tribes From Encroaching SettlersThe Black Range of New Mexico, with its high mountains and rugged terrain, played a…
The Oklahoma Land Rush (1889): The Opening of Former Indian Territory to White SettlementThe Oklahoma Land Rush of 1889 marks a pivotal moment in American history, symbolizing not only the…
Big Nose Kate (Mary Katherine Horony): Companion of Doc Holliday and SurvivorIn the rugged tapestry of the Old West, few figures are as intriguing as Mary Katherine Horony, better known…
Chief Zuni Rain Priest: Keeper of Cultural Traditions in New MexicoHistorical ContextThe late 19th and early 20th centuries marked a tumultuous period for Native American tribes, particularly for the Zuni…
The Legacy of African-American Churches in Western SettlementsThe period from 1890 to 1912 marked a significant transition in American history as the country recognized the formal end of the frontier…
Historical ContextThe period from 1890 to 1912 marked a significant transition in American history, characterized by the end of the frontier and the expansion of technological advancements. The American West…
The X Ranch Cowboys: Riders Who Defined the Southwestern Cowboy SpiritThe closing years of the 19th century ushered in a new chapter of American history. As the American Frontier began…
The Santa Fe Railroad’s Expansion Into Grant County: Connecting the Region to National MarketsThe period between 1890 and 1912 marked a significant transformation in the American Southwest, particularly in areas…