JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE BLACK COWBOY WAY LIFE AS A WRANGLER IN THE OLD WEST.

  • Published In: BAVUAL: The African Heritage Magazine, 2025, v. 4, n. 3. P. 42 1 of 3

  • Database: Sociology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Birkett, Earl A. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the significant yet often overlooked contributions of Black cowboys in the American West, highlighting their roles in shaping cowboy culture and the cattle industry. It notes that approximately 25% of cowboys during the peak of this era were Black, a fact frequently omitted from mainstream narratives. The piece discusses the historical context of Black cowboys, including their skills in cattle herding, their camaraderie amidst racial discrimination, and their contributions to the culinary traditions of the Old West as chuck wagon cooks. It also features notable figures such as Nat Love, Bill Pickett, and Mary Fields, emphasizing their legacies and the ongoing efforts to recognize and celebrate the diverse history of cowboys in American culture. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:BAVUAL: The African Heritage Magazine. 2025/07, Vol. 4, Issue 3, p42
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2769-9110
  • Accession Number:187014710
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