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There were many dangers that were encountered in the 1800 American westward expansion. Many people did not survive.
- People wore masks
- Stopped at earlier destinations to settle
- Ate fresh food instead of abandoned/ dead animals
- Wore full body clothing
- Got protection/ medicine from Native Americans or passing travelers
- Taking extra stopps for resources
- Pony Express riders switched positions with others every few miles (usually 10)
People traveling west through the Panama Canal area and around South America usually had no methods of protecting themselves because they had no knowledge of the disease.
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People in the west earned a living by farming
What were some of the problems people faced while moving west?
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In what direction did the railroads help people move across the country?
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Manifest Destiny is the Desire to go west. People think of it as their right to expand westward
What routes did people take while going to the west in the Gold Rush?
gold
Who were the last people to go west?
People are always going west. For example: Disney Land! CALIFORNIA! People still are going west. Hope I answered your question!
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What events led to the construction of the Berlin Wall?
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