Homesteading the American West: Problems and Solutions

Homesteading the American West: Problems and Solutions

Welcome to this learning session on Homesteading the American West: Problems and Solutions In this course we shall address:The Great American DesertManifest Destiny: Westward Expansion IdeologyJourney West: Push and Pull FactorsJourney West: Pioneer TrailsThe Miners and Western Gold RushesPlains Indians: Nomadic Way of LifeThe Permanent Indian Frontier PolicyKey Motivations for Western SettlementHomesteaders: Facing Western ChallengesHomesteaders: Innovative Solutions and AdaptationsSmall Reserv...