In Texas culture, the vaqueros’ roots go deep. The original cowboy, these cattle drivers and horse riders go back before ...

He says if you pay attention, the connection between the Mexican vaquero and the American Cowboy is obvious. "Every single thing. Ranch and cowboy culture, the type of clothes to wear, the tools ...

The history behind the name Cowboy started with the Vaqueros which included Spanish, Native Americans, and Africans. Over time, the word Cowboy was used to addressed Black Cattle Ranchers.