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It is set in 1846 which is a turning point in American history. There is a westward push to open up land for settlement an expansion in American power. There is exploration by the army to control Oregon, California, and Texas. America has conflicts with the British for Oregon, and Mexico for Texas and California. America is successful politically and militarily against other countries.
— Feb 18, 2020 01:16PM
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Raquel A.
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The Mormons emigrated from Ohio to Illinois, West to Salt Lake. They provided men called Battalions to fight Mexico and Indians for Texas and California. There is an increase in the number of emigrants on the Oregon trail and the trail to California. The famous Donner party is an example of how emigrants suffered and died to get to California. Emigrants had to cross mountains and long stretches without water.
— Feb 24, 2020 11:48AM
