What is a Stagecoach?
A stagecoach is a four wheeled, typically very sturdy, horse-drawn coach designed for use in long-haul journeys. Stagecoaches were classically pulled by teams of four or more horses, allowing them to carry a heavy load of both passengers and cargo. The use of stagecoaches began in Europe around the 1600s, and persisted in the United States through the 1800s. Many people associate the stagecoach with the American West — thanks to the use of stagecoaches in this region — but in fact, various forms of the stagecoach were in use all over the world, from Asia to South America.
