William T. Hornaday

Extermination of the American Bison

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hornaday passionately advocates for the preservation of the American bison, providing compelling evidence of its perilous decline. His tireless efforts are credited with sparking a movement to save this...

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William T. Hornaday

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History

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Nieuwste aflevering

26 okt. 2026

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The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

031 - Part III Chapter 3 The Smithsonian Expedition for Museum Specimens The Hunt continued 06.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

030 - Part III Chapter 2 The Smithsonian Expedition for Museum Specimens The Hunt 05.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

029 - Part III Chapter 1 The Smithsonian Expedition for Museum Specimens The Exploration 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

028 - Part II Chapter 7 Preservation of the Species from Absolute Extinction 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

027 - Part II Chapter 6 Effects of Extermination 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

026 - Part II Chapter 5 Completeness of the Extermination 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

025 - Part II Chapter 4 Congressional Legislation for the Protection of the Bison 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

024 - Part II Chapter 3 The Progress of the Extermination continued 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

023 - Part II Chapter 3 The Progress of the Extermination continued 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

022 - Part II Chapter 3 The Progress of the Extermination continued 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

021 - Part II Chapter 3 Progress of the Extermination continued 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

020 - Part II Chapter 3 Progress of the Extermination 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

019 - Part II Chapter 2 Methods of Slaughter continued 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

018 - Part II Chapter 2 Methods of Slaughter continued 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

017 - Part II Chapter 2 Methods of Slaughter 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

016 - Part II Chapter 1 Causes of the Extermination 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

015 - Part I Chapter 9 The Present Value of the Bison to Cattle-Growers 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

014 - Part I Chapter 9 The Present Value of the Bison to Cattle-Growers 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

013 - Part I Chapter 8 The Value of the Buffalo to Man 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

012 - Part I Chapter 8 The Value of the Buffalo to Man 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

011 - Part I Chapter 7 The Mental Capacity and Disposition 04.03.2026

The American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial hunting and the devastating impact of bovine diseases introduced by domestic cattle. In this powerful work, originally published in 1887, William T. Hor...

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