In the late 1800's, Joseph Glidden and barbed wire had a huge effect on Texas and its landowners.
Barbed wire had several positive effects, but there were some contrary effects as well from the fencing.
As Joseph Glidden and one of his business partners, Henry Sanborn, led barbed wire to the Lone Star State,
it became commercially popular, and has had a lasting impact on Texas and it's people.
The button below will lead you to my page of "The Effects of Barbed Wire",
which will let you know more about its impact on Texas.