The Black Cowboys Hollywood Tried to Hide | Riveted: The History of Jeans | American Experience

Summary

This transcript explores the diverse reality of the American West, challenging the whitewashed image of cowboys popularized by Hollywood films. It highlights the significant contributions of Black cowboys, referencing figures like Bass Reeves and Nat Love, and notes how Jim Crow segregation limited their on-screen representation in mainstream Westerns. The conclusion emphasizes the ongoing redefinition of the cowboy image to reflect the true multiethnic history of the frontier.