The history of westward expansion in the nineteenth century has often been presented in the past as the glorious march of white settlers across the American
continent. Yet, by pivoting the center historians have shown that this expansion brought settlers into conflict with various diverse groups. What conflicts
are exposed when we look at this period from the perspective of different actors, like Native Americans, African American slaves, Mexicans, and Chinese
immigrants? Did westwards expansion create any coalitions between these groups, or create more conflict and division?
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