Lesson 62 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPHow Expansion Changed Native Communities
The expansion of the United States during the 19th century had profound impacts on Native American communities.
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The expansion of the United States during the 19th century had profound impacts on Native American communities. As settlers moved westward, Indigenous peoples faced significant disruptions to their traditional ways of life, including loss of lands, resources, and autonomy. The U.S. government's policies, often characterized by forced removals and broken treaties, further marginalized Native communities. Consequently, many Indigenous groups experienced cultural upheaval and significant demographic changes, as they adapted to a new reality imposed by an expanding nation.
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Native American communities faced significant disruptions due to westward expansion.
Policies often included forced removals and broken treaties.
Cultural upheaval occurred as Indigenous groups adapted to new realities.
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