The Outlet

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Set against the backdrop of the post-Civil War era, the narrative explores the urgent need to find markets for Texas's surplus cattle. Various attempts to transport cattle faced challenges, from failed shipments to financial losses. The book delves into the struggles of drovers navigating treacherous routes and the impact of the war on cattle trading. With Texas's grazing lands overflowing with unmarketable cattle, the quest for a viable outlet becomes critical, highlighting the economic and logistical dilemmas of the time.