Cattle, Cotton, Railroads

3. A pattern of economic growth followed by a sharp decline, often seen in industries like cattle and cotton.
7. The process of moving large herds of cattle from Texas to railheads in the North for sale.
9. A system where landowners let farmers use their land in exchange for a portion of the crops grown, often leading to cycles of debt.
10. Conflicts between farmers and ranchers over land use, particularly over fencing land with barbed wire.
12. An invention by Eli Whitney that quickly separated cotton fibers from seeds, increasing cotton production.

1. African American soldiers who protected settlers and maintained order in Texas during the late 1800s.
2. A place where cattle were kept before being shipped to market.
4. A type of fencing made of twisted metal wire with sharp barbs
5. A Spanish or Mexican cowboy, often considered the first cattle herders in Texas.
6. A breed of cattle known for its long, curved horns and ability to survive in harsh conditions.
8. Unfenced land where cattle could graze freely.
11. A device used to pump water from underground wells, helping farmers and ranchers in dry areas.