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It was mentioned in the context of the Hatfields and McCoys feud, specifically highlighting how important a pig was for the families back then, a main source of food and income.
There's a book called The Feud by Dean King. Din-king? Dean King. Din-king. I said it so weird. Dean King. And he said where was their next meal going to come from and how could they feed the children...
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It was mentioned in the context of the Hatfields and McCoys feud, specifically highlighting how important a pig was for the families back then, a main source of food and income.
There's a book called The Feud by Dean King. Din-king? Dean King. Din-king. I said it so weird. Dean King. And he said where was their next meal going to come from and how could they feed the children in the winter?
They were lucky enough to have one pig or razorback for sell or trade. The proceeds were used to acquire flour, sugar, coffee, sometimes shoes or boots for their families.