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The expression "remember the Alamo" is probably something you heard in school. But do you really know what this rallying war cry means? See more »
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Life on the frontier was difficult and stories such as what happened to the Donner Party help illustrate these hardships. In this section, you can learn about some of the important people and events related to life on the frontier.
Westward Movement
Westward Movement, the settlement of the North American continent, which in a very general way proceeded from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific.
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Travis, William Barret (1809–1836), a commander of the Texas troops at the battle of the Alamo during the Texas war for independence.
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