The term 'Prairie Wagon' refers to two different types of wagons: the CONESTOGA wagon and the SCHOONER wagon. The CONESTOGA wagon was a large, covered wagon used by settlers in the United States during the 18th and 19th centuries. It was designed to carry heavy loads over long distances and was often pulled by teams of horses or oxen. The SCHOONER wagon was a smaller, open-topped wagon that was used for shorter trips and lighter loads. It was usually pulled by one or two horses. Both types of wagons were essential for the settlement of the American West.