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The students will understand the issue of cattle drives in the late 19th century. The students will understand the transition to enclosed ranches. They will also explore the innovation that led to the closed range. The students will understand the economic and social impact that the Cattle Trails and Cattle industry had on Texas.
In this lesson, trace the development of the Texas cattle industry, beginning with the first trail drives of the 1850s, and the importance of cattle to Texas during and after the Civil War.
Students will understand the working parts of cattle drives in the late 19th century. They will also be introduced to working on the trail and cowboys: fact vs fiction. The students will also learn about trail positions and the chuck wagon as well as tools and materials cowboys used to do their work on the trails and later in ranches.
Branding is a technique that has been used to identify cattle for centuries. Learn the importance of branding as a tool used by the cattle industry. Plus – create your own brand!