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Imortant
Terms, People and Events Important to Westward Expansion
The
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History: Westard Expandsion: For
more than 225 years the principle of freedom and our understanding
of its implications have evolved
dramatically. The selections from this exhibition invite
you to read the words and see the images of the men and
women who forged this nation. Their words and images provide
insights into the complexity of the past. This module on
the Westward Expansion contains a
succinct historical overview, learning tools, recommended
documents, films, and historic images.
Opening
of the Far West
Settling
California, New Mexico, and California
The
Surge West
Westward
Expansion and Regional Differences: Historical
background, facts, information
Westward
Expansion Links: Explore
the world of the American Indians and the19th century pioneers
who helped shape the history of the American West
Westward
Expansion
Territorial
Expansion of the United States from 1883-1898 Links
to territorial Expansion
U.S.
Territorial Maps from 1775 - 1920
Westward
Expansion, A History from PBS
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People
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1upinfo.com: A free enclyclopedia to use for researching topics
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American
Historical Atlas: Territorial
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Smithsonian
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Encyclopedia
Smithsonian:
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American History Magazine for Students
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American Experience / Wayback: Monthly
online magazine aimed at middle school students which highlights historical
events, topics, and persons in American history with articles, photographs,
factoids and more.
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Links
to Other History Sites That Might Also Contain Information About
Pioneers and Westward Expansion
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1upinfo.com: A free enclyclopedia to use for researching topics
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American
Memory Learning Page of the Library of Congress:
Historical collections of photographs, documents, motiion pictures,
and sound recordings about American culture and history - SEARCHABLE by
keyword
Biographies
of Famous People Both Past and Present:
- SEARCHABLE by
keyword
Encyclopedia
Smithsonian:
Encyclopedia Smithsonian features answers to frequently asked
questions about the Smithsonian and links to Smithsonian resources
from A to Z
Information Please: On-Line Dictionary; Encyclopedia; Almanac, and MORE
Lives:
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Who2: Find famous people biographies fast!
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them on display for you, utilizing state-of-the-art interactive technology;
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