Ellen “Cattle Kate” Watson: Rancher and Victim of Wyoming VigilantesThe story of Ellen Watson, infamously known as “Cattle Kate,” shines a revealing light on the complexities of life in the…
The Wounded Knee Massacre (1890): A Tragic End to the Indian Wars in South DakotaThe Wounded Knee Massacre, which occurred on December 29, 1890, marked a devastating conclusion to the…
The Sierra Blanca Cowboys: Ranchers of New Mexico’s High CountryThe era of the Old West, particularly during the Gold Rush from 1848 to 1855, saw significant changes across the American…
The Forgotten Ghost Town of Kingston The Forgotten Ghost Town of Kingston: Once a Thriving Black Range Settlement in the Gold Rush Located in the rugged terrain of New Mexico,…
The Spanish Land Grants and Their Legacy in Grant County: Establishing Settlements and Ranching Economies During the Gold Rush Era (1848-1855)The history of Grant County, set against the backdrop of…
The Transition From Prospecting to Modern Mining Techniques: How Grant County Adapted to ChangeThe Gold Rush Era between 1848 and 1855 marked a significant chapter in American history, transforming not…
Fort Union Trading Post (North Dakota): Early Fur Trade Hub and Later a Military PostSituated at the confluence of the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers, Fort Union Trading Post stands as…
Colonel Albert Pfeiffer: New Mexican Army Officer and Negotiator With the Ute TribeColonel Albert Pfeiffer stands as a significant figure in the tumultuous era of the Gold Rush in the…
The Texas-Confederate Cotton Trade: Using Western Routes to Bypass Union Blockades in the Old WestThe mid-19th century was a transformative period in American history, characterized by the Gold Rush and…
The Lava Beds National Monument: A Volcanic Landscape With Lava Tubes and Caves in the Old WestNestled in northeastern California, the Lava Beds National Monument is an expansive geological marvel…