Moo-Dunnit: How Beef Replaced Bison on the American Plains—and Plate
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The Decline of Bison and Rise of Cattle
This chapter examines the history of bison in America, their decline, and the emergence of cattle ranching. It explores the impact of horses on bison hunting and the role of indigenous tribes in the decline. The chapter also discusses the settlers' motivations for replacing bison with cows and the conflicts between settlers and Native Americans over land and animals.
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