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Westward Expansion Before the Civil War
Westward Expansion Before the Civil War
Students, use the links below (along with non-fiction texts, Core textbooks, and class notes) to support your research of the Oregon Trail Expansion and Manifest Destiny!
The Oregon Trail didn't necessarily follow a specific course. The exact route was dependent on many factors, such as the train guide, the year, the weather, and the destination. The map below shows the basic pathway most trains followed, however. If you understand the physical geography of the Western United States, you will have a better understanding of how Manifest Destiny unfolded!
Click on the interactive links to learn more!
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