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Lewis and Clark set out
Lewis and Clark were sent out to explore the west. -
War of 1812
The war which allowed the Americans to expand west; Also known as the second revolutionary war. -
Missouri Compromise
Congress passed a law making all north territory, including Maine, were now free states while all south territory, including Missori, were now slave states creating an equal divide. -
Trail of Tears
The Americans sent the Natives away to reservations so they can expand west. 1 of 4 Natives were killed specifically on the actual trail. -
Oregon Trail created
The Oregon Trail was started in Indepedence, Missouri. -
American-Mexican War
America went to war with Mexico over territory they saw fit as their own. -
California Gold Rush
The large mass of people who moved west to California to find gold.
