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  1. Cowboy - Wikipedia

    As the ever-practical cowboy adapted to the modern world, his equipment and techniques also adapted, though many classic traditions are preserved. The English word cowboy has an …

  2. Cowboy | History, American West, Rodeo, Trail Riding, Herding,

    Dec 13, 2025 · Cowboy, in the western United States, a horseman skilled at handling cattle, an indispensable laborer in the cattle industry of the trans-Mississippi west, and a romantic figure …

  3. Cowboys - Mexican, Black & Western | HISTORY

    Apr 26, 2010 · Though they originated in Mexico, American cowboys created a style and reputation all their own. Throughout history, their iconic lifestyle has been glamorized in …

  4. 8 of the Most Famous Cowboys & Figures in Wild West History

    Oct 20, 2023 · From sheriffs and outlaws to cowgirls and entertainers, their stories continue to captivate audiences worldwide. They embodied the spirit of adventure, courage, and …

  5. Cowboy - New World Encyclopedia

    A cowboy is an animal herder, usually in charge of the horses and/or cattle, on cattle ranches, especially in the western United States and Canada. The cowboy tradition began in Spain and …

  6. COWBOY Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    In the American West, a horseman skilled at handling cattle is called a cowboy. From ca.1820, cowboys were employed in small numbers on Texas ranches. After the Civil War, their …

  7. Cowboys & Trail BlazersLegends of America

    The cowboy tradition began in Spain when the earliest European settlers brought cattle to the Americas. As Americans pushed westward, many Mexican vaqueros were working cattle, and …

  8. Why America loves cowboy culture right now – Deseret News

    Jun 17, 2025 · From Beyoncé to “Yellowstone,” the cowboy is everywhere. But why does this myth keep riding back into the American imagination?

  9. 10 Facts About Cowboys - Have Fun With History

    Feb 24, 2023 · The name “cowboy” came to be associated with the classic image of a horse-riding, hat-wearing, rugged figure who personified the spirit of the Old West. Yet, the phrase …

  10. Cowboy Documentaries: Learn History and Facts About an American Icon - PBS

    Aug 3, 2023 · Welcome to all the cowboy history you didn't know you needed. In this selection of documentaries, you can learn more about the iconic American cowboy.