Document based essay reporting the westward migration across America in the mid 1800's. Deals with "Manifest Destiny" and the California Gold Rush.

The Wild West In the mid 1880's a rampant migration began that swept across America. People were migrating in search of fertile land and economic opportunities beyond the pre-existing border of the nation. There were many other more specific reasons for the expansion as well. One of the main economic attractions of the west was the discovery of gold ion California in 1848. People went west at the thought of becoming rich fast. They had no …

…the concept of manifest destiny, included the Gold Rush, securing commerce with India and China, and the transcontinental railroad. Furthermore, one of the great outcomes was the territory gained from the Mexican war. The migration resulted in many struggles and triumphs for the settlers, yet only causing adversity for the Native American way of life. All in all, the westward movement was a time of discovery and aided in the maturity of this great country.