The American Frontier

By mallorygates

  • Lewis and Clark journey to St. Louis to attend ceremonies which officially transfer the Louisiana Territory to the U.S.

    Lewis and Clark journey to St. Louis to attend ceremonies which officially transfer the Louisiana Territory to the U.S.
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    The American Frontier

  • The Corps of Discovery embarks on its travel up the Missouri River.

  • War of 1812

    The War of 1812 starts, putting the U.S. against Great Britain and its Native American allies.

  • War ends

  • Prince Maximilian and Karl Bodmer

    Maximilian and Bodmer begin their expedition, which allows Bodmer to produce numerous works of art from firsthand experiences and from Maximilian's documentation.

  • Bodmer and Maximilian

    Bodmer and Maximilian travel to St. Louis.

  • Trail of Tears Begins

    The Trail of Tears begins, and the Cherokee were removed from their land and forced west.

  • Trail of Tears Comes to an End