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John Ware ( c. 1845 – 11 September 1905) was a Canadian cowboy who was influential in the early years of the burgeoning ranching industry in Southern Alberta. Remembered for his excellent horsemanship, he was among the first ranchers in Alberta, arriving in 1882 on a cattle drive from the United States and settling to ranch until his death in 1905.
27 gen 2013 · John Ware. Updated by The Canadian Encyclopedia. Published Online January 27, 2013. Last Edited June 7, 2022. John Ware, cowboy, rancher (born circa 1845–50 in the United States; died 11 September 1905 near Brooks, AB ). John Ware is legendary in the history of Alberta for his strength, skilled farming techniques and skilled ...
18 gen 2022 · Known for his strength and horsemanship and his innovative ranching techniques, John Ware was a legendary Albertan. Born into enslavement, he became a successful rancher and eventually settled near Calgary . He was widely admired as one of the best cowboys in the West, even at a time of widespread anti- Black racism and discrimination.
31 ott 2021 · Subscribed. 174. 35K views 2 years ago Strong and Free. John Ware was one of the first Black cowboys in Canada. Known for his strength and horsemanship and his innovative ranching techniques,...
6 giu 2022 · Legendary Black cowboy and rancher John Ware recognized as person of national historic significance. Highly skilled horseman built successful ranching career after coming to Alberta in 1882....
5 feb 2019 · Listen for free on your favourite podcast app. John Ware’s life took him from enslavement to legend. The first Black Cowboy in Alberta traveled hundreds of miles and greatly contributed to...
John Ware National Historic Person (ca. 1850–1905) John Ware was designated as a national historic person in 2022. Historical importance: Black cowboy who forged a successful ranching career despite racism, rough frontier conditions, and having been enslaved. Commemorative plaque: Bar U Ranch National Historic Site, Longview, Alberta 1.
