Oregon Trail

The Oregon Trail The Oregon Trail was a very important aspect in the history of our country’s development. When Marcus and Narcissa Whitman made the first trip along the Oregon Trail, many Americans saw a window of opportunity. The Oregon Trail was the only practical way to pass through the Rockies. Pioneers crammed themselves into small wagons to try to make it to the unsettled land; however, 10% of these pioneers died on the way …

…U.S. paid the Native Americans annual amounts and honored Indian boundaries. As a conclusion we can clearly see that the Oregon Trail is a very important part of our history. If it weren’t for the Oregon Trail Washington, Oregon, Nevada, California, Idaho and Utah would not be a part of the U.S. We can also see that the relationship between the Native Americans and the travelers was rather beneficial for the travelers.