african american cowboys

An introduction to the lives and exploits of Jim Beckwourth, Bill Pickett, Bose Ikard, and other African-American cowboys who contributed to the development of the American West.

A short biography of Nat Love, an African-American cowboy during the 1800s.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the son of a former slave whose unusual bulldogging style made him a rodeo star.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the son of a former slave whose unusual bulldogging style made him a rodeo star.

Focuses on the experiences of African Americans as mountain men, soldiers, homesteaders, and scouts on the frontiers of the American West.

Biography of the famous cowboy nicknamed Deadwood Dick, who was born a slave, left home for the west at age 15, and became known as the best roper and best shot in the west.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the son of a former slave whose unusual bulldogging style made him a rodeo star.