Texas and the Era of the Long Distance Cattle Drive
The Texas cattle industry began with Spanish explorers in the 15th century, but exploded in the 1800s with the when the iconic Texas Longhorn roamed vast open ranges.
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New Mexico
Wild West Fashion: The Bolo Tie
The bolo tie, featuring a cord with a decorative slide, originated in the American Southwest during the mid-20th century, heavily influenced by Native American silversmithing traditions.
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A Short History of Tex Mex Cuisine
Tex-Mex originated in Texas as a fusion of Mexican culinary traditions and American (specifically Texan) ranching culture. It was primarily
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The Vaqueros: Mexican Cowboys
Mexican cowboys, known as vaqueros, are the original horse-mounted livestock herders decended from the Spainish tradition imported to Mexico.
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The Rise and Fall of the Rust Belt: Ep 2: Boom to Bust
America’s Great Lakes, with an abundance of coal, iron ore, and lots of water, fuelled an unparalleled industrial revolution. The
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