162. The Oregon Trail & the Gold Rush
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Fort Laramie: A crossroads of trade and migration
This chapter examines the historical importance of Fort Laramie, tracing its origins as a fur trading post and its role in early interactions between settlers and Native Americans. It also highlights the fort's significance as a waypoint for emigrants during the 19th-century migration westward, enriching the narrative with references to its portrayal in popular culture.
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