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The Homestead Act of 1862 opened the door to settlement in the American West. The act promised acres of public land to nearly anyone who filed a claim and lived on the property for five years. It encourages thousands to leave their homes to seek new opportunities and in the process changed the landscape of the West forever.Landau, Elaine is the author of 'Homestead Act ', published 2006 under ISBN 9780516279022 and ISBN 0516279025.
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