Moo-Dunnit: How Beef Replaced Bison on the American Plains—and Plate

Discover how and why beef replaced bison on the American Plains, from the impact on Native Americans to the rise of the cowboy myth. Explore the history of beef consumption in the United States, from luxury item to everyday necessity. Uncover the transformation of the American Plains, from wilderness to thriving cattle ranching. Delve into the labor conditions and strikes of cowboys in Texas, and the myth of the independent rancher. Learn about the role of cowboy songs and the challenges faced by cowboys in their daily work.