Manifest Destiny

1. America's Creation Myth

1.1. Beliefs driving it

1.1.1. "American Progress" painting

1.1.1.1. democracy

1.1.1.2. religion

1.1.1.3. civilization

2. Movement of People

2.1. Mormons

2.1.1. Religious persecution/violence

2.2. Chinese

2.2.1. Gold Rush

2.2.1.1. 49'ers

2.2.2. Transcontinental Railroad

2.3. Oregon Trail Settlers

3. Government Push

3.1. Treaties

3.1.1. Oregon Treaty of 1864

3.1.2. Indian Removal Act

3.1.3. Homestead Act

3.2. War

3.2.1. Mexican American War