What was it like to live in the Wild West? By 1865, over 30,000 miles of train tracks crisscrossed the United States. With the Civil War over — and many people unshackled from slavery — millions of ...

America's western states are full of these towns; many were founded during the mining boom in the late 1800s to serve as ... is known for its ties to shady Wild West outlaws and a spooky town ...

While some became ghost towns, others still stand today, offering a glimpse into the past. From historic saloons to Victorian ...