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About how many settlers traveled in the Oregon trail?

Over 500,000 people traveled on the Oregon Trail.


What are some things people should bring as they traveled on the Oregon trail?

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What's in Oregon?

It traveled the black people to the side to escape slavery!


What happen in Oregon trail?

It traveled the black people to the side to escape slavery!


What's in Oregon trail?

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What year did thousands of American traveled to Oregon Country?

In the year of 1840s they traveled to Oregon Country.


Who are the people that traveled westward on the Oregon trail to escape persecution in the east?

mormons I believe..


How was the Oregon trail traveled?

by foot.


What religion were most of the people that traveled on Oregon California trail?

There as many religions as there were people. Over 350,000 pioneers followed the trail.


How many people died on Oregon trail?

About 300,000 traveled on the Oregon trail, however, because of diseases, food shortages, and accidental deaths, only about 90,000 survived the journey.


How did they travel on the Oregon trail?

they traveled by stage coach and wagons


What did people in the 1840s thought or expected to find in Oregon when they traveled the Oregon trail?

In the 1840s, many people traveling the Oregon Trail expected to find fertile land, abundant resources, and opportunities for farming and settlement in Oregon. They were drawn by the promise of a better life, often fueled by stories of lush landscapes and prosperous communities. Additionally, some sought to escape economic hardships or religious persecution in the East. Overall, the allure of Oregon represented hope for a new beginning and prosperity.