The Westward Movement 1832-1889 by Richard B. Morris and James Leslie Woodress

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Editor Morris, Richard B. (Richard Brandon), 1904-1989
Editor Woodress, James Leslie, 1916-2011
Title The Westward Movement 1832-1889
Series Title Voices from America's Past
Contents The land and the people -- The conquest -- The mining frontier -- The ranching frontier -- The farming frontier.
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Summary "The Westward Movement 1832-1889" by Richard B. Morris and James Leslie Woodress is a historical account written in the late 20th century. This work explores the vast migrations and experiences of American pioneers who moved westward during the 19th century, highlighting the diverse challenges they faced and the impact of these movements on American history. The narrative likely conveys the motivations and hardships encountered by these travelers, including explorers, miners, settlers, and indigenous peoples. The opening of this historical text introduces the 19th-century westward expansion of the United States, focusing on various groups such as explorers, trappers, and emigrants. It outlines the geographical and social landscape prior to the Civil War, discussing the allure of the uncharted west and key figures like Colonel John Frémont, who undertook significant exploratory expeditions. The experiences of early emigrants, such as a mother crossing the desert and a group traveling through the prairie, are depicted vividly, setting the stage for a deeper examination of the contentious and transformative journey of Americans as they sought new opportunities in the West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)
Subject United States -- Territorial expansion
Subject West (U.S.) -- History -- Sources
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EBook-No. 60855
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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