The Oregon Trail

In the mid-1800s, groups of settlers traveled west in wagon trains, following the Oregon Trail. Who were these migrants, and what dangers did they face along the way? What circumstances led them to leave their homes and travel to Oregon Country? And what was the historical impact of this westward migration? Supporting state and national social studies standards, this book offers a clear, straightforward overview of the Oregon Trail—an essential topic for any student of U.S. history.