American West - History of the Wild West and Westward Expansion 1803-1890

Unearth the true history of the American west!

• Fascinating and educational account of the history of 19th century America and its expansion into the west
• Expertly written articles detailing important historical events, including the journey of Lewis and Clark, the accidental discovery of gold in California, the Indian Removal Act, the Homestead Acts, and more
• Stunning illustrations, graphics, timelines, and an insightful visual history of the American west from 1865-1890
• Profiles of the time's most notable players, including Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, F.J. Turner, President Andrew Jackson, and others

As the American Revolution drew to a close and the colonies claimed independence from Britain, the United States' gaze turned west to the vast expanse of land that was seemingly ripe for the taking. After all, according to their Manifest Destiny, it was their God-given right to expand.

In this ultimate resource to the American west, you'll uncover the resistance that these enterprising settlers faced, from the Native Americans to the unforgiving terrain. Discover the reality of what life was like on the frontier during the Gilded Age and meet some of the key figures who shaped the legends of the Wild West, including Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, Pat Garrett, Doc Holliday, James "Wild Bill" Hickok, and many others.

Explore Lewis and Clark's journey into uncharted territory as they discovered the west, learn of the rise and fall of the age of the cowboys, and find out how indigenous tribes suffered at the hands of the western settlers, from wars and legislation that stripped them of their rights, to attempts to crush existing cultures. Learn what it was like to ride The Oregon Trail into the Old West and get the details on the shootout at the OK Corral, the original Wolves of Wall Street, how railways transformed the frontier, and much more.