Review:
Westward Expansion
overall review score: 3.5
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Westward expansion refers to the movement of settlers and American migrants from the eastern United States to the western territories during the 19th century.
Key Features
- Manifest Destiny
- Oregon Trail
- Land acquisition from Native American tribes
- Gold Rush
- Homesteading
Pros
- Opened up new opportunities for economic growth and prosperity
- Increased land area under American control
- Led to the establishment of new states in the west
Cons
- Resulted in displacement and mistreatment of Native American tribes
- Contributed to environmental degradation and destruction of natural habitats
- Caused conflicts and wars with Mexico over territorial expansion