Buffalo killings | How the Wild West Was Won with Ray Mears

Between 1800 and 1890, the Pioneers killed over 30 million bison, leaving them nearly extinct in North America.

Clip Info
  • Clip length: 7'55''
  • Broadcast year: 2014
Curriculum Connection
  • History | America, 1713-1975 | Development of the plains, c1862-c1876 | Ranching and the cattle industry
Access

Licence: ERA Licence required

Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

Content
  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Programme: How the Wild West Was Won with Ray Mears
  • Episode: Great Plains