Closing the Frontier

The closing of the frontier marks a significant shift in American history, as institutions and individual identities have been shaped by westward expansion. While some view this transition as a testament to progress and democracy, others, like Simon, highlight the heartbreak and sacrifices endured by Native Americans and African Americans in this narrative of success. The complexities of this era reveal a duality of triumph and tragedy, challenging the notion of unqualified progress.

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89: Closing the Wild West: (Wounded Knee, Buffalo Bill & the 1893 Colombian Expo)
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- Assess which of the following were consequences of Westward Expansion for Native American communities in the 19th century: A. Loss of ancestral lands through forced treaties and forced removals. B. Increased opportunities for Native Americans to farm under the Homestead Act. C. Violent conflicts such as the Battle of Little Big Horn. D. Assimilation policies, including Indian boarding schools. E. Guaranteed political representation in Congress.

Closing the Frontier

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History That Doesn't Suck

89: Closing the Wild West: (Wounded Knee, Buffalo Bill & the 1893 Colombian Expo)

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