Review:
Western Expansion In The United States
overall review score: 3.5
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Western expansion in the United States refers to the period of time when settlers moved westward across the continent, displacing Native American tribes and shaping the development of the country.
Key Features
- Manifest Destiny
- Oregon Trail
- California Gold Rush
- Homestead Act
Pros
- Opened up new lands for settlement and economic opportunities
- Contributed to the growth and expansion of the United States
Cons
- Led to conflicts and displacement of Native American tribes
- Resulted in environmental degradation