Lesson 56 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPWomen on the Frontier
Women on the frontier played an important role in settling the American West.
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Then & Now
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Women on the frontier played an important role in settling the American West. They were not just homemakers; many women worked alongside men in farms and ranches. Some women even started their own businesses, such as boarding houses or stores. These women helped shape the communities and contributed to the growth of towns, proving that they were vital to the success of frontier life.
Key Facts
Women worked on farms and ranches alongside men.
Some women started businesses like boarding houses.
Women were vital to the success of frontier communities.
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1 of 2What role did women play on the frontier?
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