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Well, sweetheart, the Forest Homestead Act was a law passed in 1862 that allowed settlers to claim up to 160 acres of forested land for a small fee. It was basically a way for people to get their hands on some prime real estate in the middle of nowhere. But let's be real, it wasn't all sunshine and rainbows - there were plenty of challenges and hardships for those brave enough to try and tame the wild frontier.
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BeauForest Homestead Act of 1906
The Forest Homestead Act of June 11, 1906, allowed people to settle on land primarily suited for agriculture located within the national forests. The act was intended to quiet the protests of those unhappy with the inclusion of non-forest lands within the forest reserves and also to attract "a superior type of homesteader" to the Forest who would help protect its resources.
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Who did the homestead act?
On May 20th 1862 President Abraham Lincoln, signed into law the first Homestead Act.
What helped African Americans and others move to the western United states?
The Homestead Act of 1862.
Which of the following helped African Americans and the others move to the western US?
The Homestead Act of 1862.
What year did the Homestead act take place?
Lincoln signed the Homestead Act on May 20, 1862.
Under which act did settlers have to irrigate their land?
The Homestead Act
