Heritage of the Black West
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African Americans played a significant role in shaping the American west as frontiersmen and women, buffalo soldiers, cowboys, lawmakers, lawbreakers, farmers, and entrepreneurs. Historical roots are reflected through present-day cowboys on the rodeo circuit, a ranch family, and a veterinarian. Uses vintage photos.
Media Details
Runtime: 25 minutes
- Topic: History
- Subtopic: African-Americans, U.S. History - 1784-1860
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 10
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- Release Year: 1995
- Producer/Distributor: National Geographic Society
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