Based on the readings (both common and individually assigned) and keeping in mind, in particular, our “critiques” of Turner and other Western historians, answer the following question in essay form, limiting the answer to no more than five (5) typewritten, double-spaced pages:
What aspects of the 19th century West are particularly distinctive to that region of the United States? What aspects are common to any other part of America during the period? Explain, with reference to your particular individual readings and relevant common readings.
Due Date: Wednesday, May 4, no later than 7 p.m.