Moo-Dunnit: How Beef Replaced Bison on the American Plains—and Plate
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The Transformation of Beef: From Elite Food to Everyday Necessity
This chapter explores the history of beef consumption in the United States, tracing its evolution from being a luxury item accessible only to the wealthy to becoming a staple in the diets of working-class individuals. It discusses the social status associated with beef, the rise of meatpacking factories, and the impact of beef pricing on the labor movement.
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