Indian removal act Flashcards
1
Q
When was early settlement of the west
A
1835-62
2
Q
When was the Indian removal act
A
1830
3
Q
What did tthe Indian removal act do?
A
It established a permanent Indian Frontier and forces Indians west of the Mississippi River
4
Q
Why were actions taken for Indian removal act
A
For the protection of plains Indians but in effect, it forced the removal of thousands
5
Q
What was the removal of the indians called
A
The trail of tears
6
Q
When was the trail of tears established
A
1838
7
Q
How far were indians taken away
A
1500km
