Lesson 5 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPThe Oregon Trail
The Oregon Trail was a famous route that many pioneers traveled in the mid-1800s to reach the western United States.
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The Oregon Trail was a famous route that many pioneers traveled in the mid-1800s to reach the western United States. This trail stretched over 2,000 miles, starting in Missouri and ending in Oregon. Thousands of families moved west in search of land and new opportunities. The journey was challenging, with rough terrain and limited supplies, but it was a key part of America's westward expansion.
Key Facts
The Oregon Trail was over 2,000 miles long.
It started in Missouri and ended in Oregon.
Many families traveled the trail in search of land.
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