Westward Expansion Essential Question
How were people affected by Westward Expansion?
How were people affected by Westward Expansion?
Westward Expansion Project
During the mid-19th century, thousands of American pioneers migrated westward in search of the “American Dream”. Yet, this journey for many was not an easy one. On this venture westward many men, women, and children suffered, died, and made significant sacrifices in their quest to grab hold of what they believed was their God-given territory and destiny. The concept of Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion plays a prominent role in understanding both American History and the American identity.
You are going to work in groups of 2 or 3, choose a specific group of people who went out west, and create your own journey. The ultimate goal of this project is to understand the reasons why people moved west, and how their lives were changed based on their decision making.
You are going to work in groups of 2 or 3, choose a specific group of people who went out west, and create your own journey. The ultimate goal of this project is to understand the reasons why people moved west, and how their lives were changed based on their decision making.