Oxford Directory References Contents Ask the Chatbot a Question Oxford breed of sheep Ask the Chatbot a Question Learn about this topic in these articles:description In HampshireThe Oxford, a breed popular in England and in the Great Lakes region of the U.S., was produced in the mid-19th century in Oxfordshire, England, by crossing Hampshires and Cotswolds.Read More Britannica ChatbotChatbot answers are created from Britannica articles using AI. This is a beta feature. AI answers may contain errors. Please verify important information using Britannica articles. About Britannica AI.