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Draft animals like horses, mules, and oxen were essential in West Virginia through the 1800s and early 1900s for farming, transportation, logging, and mining. Oxen, though slower, were easier to care for and worked well on rough land, with Devon oxen being popular for their versatility. Over time, larger horses, like Percherons and Belgians, were used for farm work, while mules handled smaller tasks. Before railroads, horse-drawn wagons and stagecoaches were key for transportation and moving goods.
