Interesting question. Some were, but often -- at least in those days -- horse-breeding ranches did not because the horses were being raised to be sold. So rustlers like Butch could find plenty of unbranded horses over a wide area.
The trials and tribulations of the young Butch Cassidy. As usual, Clavin entertains with stories we have never heard before about the Old West. Great stuff from a new and upcoming book.
I love these tales of the Old West. Your attention for detail shows how well you research your subjects. Keep them coming.
Did they brand horses like they do cows?
Interesting question. Some were, but often -- at least in those days -- horse-breeding ranches did not because the horses were being raised to be sold. So rustlers like Butch could find plenty of unbranded horses over a wide area.
The trials and tribulations of the young Butch Cassidy. As usual, Clavin entertains with stories we have never heard before about the Old West. Great stuff from a new and upcoming book.
Thanks! "Bandit Heaven" to be published on October 22.