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Troubles on the Trail

Discover the challenges faced by pioneers on the Oregon Trail, a 2,000-mile journey that tested human endurance and resilience. This trail served as a vital route for settlers seeking new opportunities in the west. Along the way, many faced severe illnesses like cholera and dysentery, alongside hostile weather conditions including thunderstorms and extreme heat. With treacherous terrain and river crossings, the journey was fraught with danger. Explore whether the hardships endured were worth the promise of a new life in the west. Presented by Rachel Stegall.

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Troubles on the Trail

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  1. Troubles on the Trail Source: http://genealogy2.com/poetry/covered_wagon_horses_lg_clr.gif

  2. Let's Review! • What was the Oregon Trail? • What was it used for? • Why?

  3. Illness • Cholera • Scurvy • Malaria • Small Pox • Dysentery Source: http://image.examiner.com/images/blog/wysiwyg/image/sad_lady_with_sick_child(1).jpg

  4. Weather • Thunderstorms • Lightening strikes • Hail • Pounding rain • Snow • Extreme heat • Drought

  5. The Trail • 2000 miles of rough terrain (i.e. mountains and desert) • Many pioneers walked the entire distance! • River crossings

  6. Was it worth it?

  7. Presented by Rachel Stegall

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