Cattle drives from Texas to the railheads in Kansas and Colorado in the period following the Civil War had a profound effect on the economy and the myths of Texas. Moderator Dr. Don Risinger and a panel of presenters will explore the origin and explosive expansion of Longhorn cattle in Texas, and the three major cattle trails: Chisolm, Goodnight/Loving, and the Western. The focus will be on the people, the hardships, and the culture of the cattle towns including Abilene, Dodge City, and Denver.