This article surveys the cattle kingdom and cattle boom in Ellis County, Texas that started in the 1840s.

The Shawnee Trail, also known as the Texas Road, was a major corridor for transporting cattle, goods and people across Indian territory in the 1800s and stretched from Texas to Oklahoma. Briefly described it its history.

Discusses the cattle drive era that occurred in the late 1800s. It gives details about the drives from Texas to the north.

Description of the establishment and use of the Chisholm Trail for cattle drives in the mid- to late-1800s.

A biography on Joseph G. McCoy discusses his involvement in the cattle trade in Kansas and his development of the Abilene Trail. Also mentions some of the other aspects and accomplishments of his life.