Question

The growth of the railroad helped put an end to the Cowboy Era. Do you think the development of the oil industry in Texas might have a similar impact on the railroads? Why or why not?

Answer 1

Complicated

Explanation: The development of the Oil industry in Texas could've either reinforced the cowboy era, as cowboys are essentially land pirates, or ended it. Oil has a high value and with the way Texas was back then stealing it for profit could've been desirable. It could've ended it as it would've brought more wealth to the area therefore potentially raising the quality of life.