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Frontier life: everything you wanted to know

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Dynamics of Western Settlement

This chapter explores the contrasting settlement patterns in the American West, focusing on the differences between structured farming communities and chaotic mining towns. It further highlights the migration of formerly enslaved individuals, the establishment of vibrant African-American communities, and challenges faced due to racial prejudice.

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