The Way West
In the mid-19th century, the American West transformed through events like the Gold Rush and the Battle of Wounded Knee, impacting Native American communities.
“The Approach of Civilisation 1865-1869”
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In the mid-19th century, the American West transformed through events like the Gold Rush and the Battle of Wounded Knee, impacting Native American communities.
Synopsis
In the mid-19th century, the American West underwent significant change as settlers moved westward. The Way West details this transformation from 1845 to 1893, focusing on key events like the Gold Rush and the Indian wars, culminating in the Battle of Wounded Knee. Produced as part of PBS's American Experience, the six-hour series uses archival footage and expert commentary to illustrate the social, political, and economic factors that shaped the frontier and affected Native American communities.
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