This Week in the West: Charles Goodnight

This Week in the West · Mar 3, 2025 · 4m

🤠This Week in the West

🎙️ Episode 18: Charles Goodnight

📢 Episode Summary:

This episode of “This Week in the West” explores the life and legacy of Charles Goodnight, a legendary cattleman and trailblazer born on March 5, 1836. From his early years in Texas to his role in the Texas Rangers and the Goodnight-Loving Trail, Goodnight made a lasting impact on the American West. He was instrumental in the development of cattle drives, the invention of the Chuck Wagon, and the establishment of vast ranching operations. His story intertwines with major historical events, including Cynthia Ann…