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Sheep slaughter during the Pleasant Valley Range War, Arizona, 1880s (print)
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Sheep slaughter during the Pleasant Valley Range War, Arizona, 1880s (print)
PNP249860 Sheep slaughter during the Pleasant Valley Range War, Arizona, 1880s (print) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Graham-Tewksbury Feud; cowboys attack herders and kill sheep; conflict between the sheep farmers, the Tewksburys, and the cattle farmers, the Grahams, in Arizona; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22657404
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Competition Competitors Cowboy Graham Old West Outlaws Revenge Rustling Southwest Reprisal Tewksbury
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This photograph, titled "Sheep slaughter during the Pleasant Valley Range War, Arizona, 1880s" takes us back to a tumultuous era in American history. The image captures the intense conflict between sheep farmers and cattle farmers that unfolded during the Graham-Tewksbury Feud. In this chaotic scene, cowboys can be seen launching a fierce attack on herders while mercilessly slaughtering innocent sheep. The print serves as a chilling reminder of the wild and lawless nature of the Old West. The composition exudes an air of competition and revenge as both sides hustle to protect their interests. It is evident that this clash was not just about land or livestock; it was about power and control over resources in a rapidly changing America. The image transports us to the rugged Southwest region of North America, where outlaws roamed freely amidst vast open landscapes. As we gaze upon this historical document frozen in time, we are reminded of the untamed spirit that defined this period in United States history. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us to delve into an important chapter of American frontier life – one marked by violence, reprisal, and territorial disputes. It invites contemplation on how far our society has come since those turbulent times while serving as a testament to our resilience as a nation.
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