Concrete Cowboy: Philadelphia's Storied, 100-Year History of Black Cowboy Culture
One of Philadelphia’s best-kept secrets is its thriving community of Black cowboys, who have called the city home for more than a century.
One of Philadelphia’s best-kept secrets is its thriving community of Black cowboys, who have called the city home for more than a century.
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