Cattle Ranching and the Wild West

This chapter explores the historical impact of the Civil War on cattle ranching in South Texas and the subsequent rise of the beef trade. It details the dangers and dynamics of cattle drives, the notorious figures of the Old West like Billy the Kid and their portrayal in film, and the blurred lines of morality within gunfighting culture. The narrative also highlights humorous anecdotes and significant confrontations that shaped the legends of this tumultuous period.