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How Did the Pioneers Survive the Oregon Trail?

How Did the Pioneers Survive the Oregon Trail?

Between 1840 and 1860, fur trappers used to say there was no law west of Leavenworth, Kansas. So how did more than 300,000 people avoid bloodshed and chaos when they crossed the American plains on the Oregon Trail? In this video, professor and cattle rancher P.J. Hill explains how the pioneers used contracts resolve disputes and keep the peace....

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contract, oregon trail, pioneer
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Material Type:
Presentation
Date Added to MERLOT:
September 11, 2017
Date Modified in MERLOT:
December 13, 2019
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Emmy Simkiss
Primary Audience:
High School, College General Ed
Technical Format:
Video, Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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