William Bonney (Billy the Kid): Outlaw and Folk Hero of the SouthwestWilliam Bonney, known popularly as Billy the Kid, remains one of the most enigmatic figures in the lore of…
Charles Bent: Scottish-American Trader and First Governor of New Mexico TerritoryCharles Bent, a prominent figure in the Old West, was a Scottish-American trader who played a pivotal role in the…
The History of the Western Frontier Press and Pioneer Newspapers in the Old WestAs settlers ventured into the vast expanse of the American West, a crucial vehicle of information emerged:…
General George Crook: Advocate for Native American Rights After His CampaignsGeneral George Crook is often recognized for his military campaigns against Native American tribes in the late 19th century. But,…
Fray Luis de León: Missionary and Diplomat in the Old WestFray Luis de León was a prominent figure in the early missionary efforts among Native American tribes in the Old…
The Development of the Butterfield Overland Mail Route Through Cooke’s Canyon: A Dangerous but Vital LinkThe Butterfield Overland Mail Route, established in the 1850s, was a critical artery in the…
Father Antonio José MartÃnez: Educator and Reformer in TaosFather Antonio José MartÃnez, a prominent figure in the Old West, made significant contributions to education and economic development in Taos, New…
The Switch Crews of the Grand Canyon Railway: Managing Passenger and Freight Traffic in the Old WestThe Grand Canyon Railway, established in 1901, is an icon of the American Old…
Tiburcio Vásquez: California Bandit and Folk Hero of Mexican DescentTiburcio Vásquez was a prominent figure in California during the mid-19th century, recognized as both a bandit and a folk hero…
Captain James Hobart Ford: Defender of New Mexico During Confederate IncursionsIn the mid-19th century, the United States was a nation divided. The Civil War (1861-1865) brought forth not just a…