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Explanation:
There are many pros and cons of being a cowboy in the west in the 1800's. Some of the pros were that the jobs that you would be hired to perform were always paid very well and were for the most part very exciting. Mainly since there was always action involved including moving from place to place, protection detail, fighting off raids etc. Best of all there weren't really requirements for becoming a cowboy which was great for formerly enslaved people.
The cons on the other hand include having to work very long hours, usually on watch or protection detail. You also risk your life on a daily basis and have to know how to fight and shoot. Indian attacks were very common and could easily cost you your life. Some jobs may include move merchandise or even cattle from one place to another and losing it would significantly reduce your pay.
