Lesson 25 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPThe Dawes Act and Its Effects
The Dawes Act, passed in 1887, aimed to assimilate Native Americans into American society by allotting them individual plots of land.
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The Dawes Act, passed in 1887, aimed to assimilate Native Americans into American society by allotting them individual plots of land. This act divided tribal lands into smaller sections, which often led to the loss of traditional cultures and community structures. While it was intended to help Native Americans, the Dawes Act resulted in significant land loss and hardships for many tribes, as they were forced to adapt to a new way of life.
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The Dawes Act was passed in 1887.
It aimed to assimilate Native Americans into American society.
Many tribes lost land and faced hardships due to the act.
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