Joe LeFors: Lawman Who Played a Role in Butch Cassidy’s Story – Old West History

Joe LeFors: Lawman Who Played a Role in Butch Cassidy’s StoryHistorical ContextThe period of Railroad Expansion in the United States from 1865 to 1890 represents a transformative era in American…

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The Roundhouse Workers of the Santa Fe Railroad: Repairing Engines in Albuquerque – Old West History

Historical ContextThe expansion of the railroad network across the United States during the late 19th century was not merely a feat of engineering; it was a transformative force that reshaped…

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The Silver City Flood of 1895: A Disaster That Altered the Town’s Layout and Future Development – Old West History

The Silver City Flood of 1895: A Disaster That Altered the Town’s Layout and Future DevelopmentIn the late 19th century, the American West was undergoing significant transformations, driven largely by…

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