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In the 19th century, claiming land in the American West typically involved the Homestead Act of 1862, which allowed individuals to claim 160 acres of public land for a small fee, provided they improved the land by building a dwelling and cultivating crops for five years. Prospective settlers had to file an application, pay a fee, and meet residency requirements. After fulfilling these conditions, they could receive a land patent, granting them full ownership. Other methods included land grants from the government or purchasing land from private owners.

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