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- Title
Westward across the "Great Lone Land".
- Authors
Walsh, Victor A.
- Abstract
The article discusses the westward migration of U.S. pioneers during the 19th century, emphasizing the pioneers' way of life and methods of survival during their journey. The use of the Oregon and Santa Fe Trails is detailed by the author. The author describes prairie weather and wildlife, giving specific emphasis to the vast presence of bison herds. The extensive hunting of bison is also detailed. The environmental aspects of the fur trade in the West are also analyzed.
- Subjects
UNITED States; WEST (U.S.); INTERNAL migration; PIONEERS; FRONTIER &; pioneer life; AMERICAN bison hunting; FUR trade; UNITED States history
- Publication
Journal of the West, 2010, Vol 49, Issue 2, p68
- ISSN
0022-5169
- Publication type
Article