What was the position of Native Americans in 1865? Flashcards
1
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What does self determination mean?
A
-NAs wanted the right of self determination->independence and the right to their own life and beliefs->where they live, how they live their lives etc
2
Q
What does assimilate mean?
A
-destroying tribal customs and culture
-becoming part of another culture
-change NAs to white Americans
3
Q
What did Westward Expansion lead to?
A
-westward expansion threatened NAs
-meant NA were gradually driven out of their traditional lands
4
Q
What were the reasons for Westward expansion?
A
-manifest destiny
-economic depression
-over population in East
-lack of fertile lands in East
-discovery of gold in California 1848
