1. Women In Westward Expansion
So, like most men, he packed up and got ready for the grueling journey, whether his family liked it or not. ... Once their husband's mind was made up, the only thing women could do was, at best, delay the journey. Not all women were against the idea of their families undertaking the journey to Oregon; some shared their enthusiasm. ... The saying "a woman's place is in the home" had taken on a new meaning while on the coast-bound journey. ... For some, the Overland Trail was their honeymoon, being married a few day before embarking on the journey. ...
- Word Count: 811
- Approx Pages: 3
- Grade Level: High School