

The significance of the frontier in American history
Book • 1893
In 'The Significance of the Frontier in American History,' Frederick Jackson Turner presents his thesis that the American frontier was instrumental in forming the country's unique democratic culture and distinguishing it from European societies.
He argues that the frontier experience fostered individualism, egalitarianism, and a distinct American identity.
The essay, first delivered in 1893, has had a profound impact on American historiography.
He argues that the frontier experience fostered individualism, egalitarianism, and a distinct American identity.
The essay, first delivered in 1893, has had a profound impact on American historiography.
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in the context of his theory about American mobility and the closing of the frontier.


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