Westward Expansion & Indian Removal

What were the significant factors that affected westward expansion in Georgia between 1789 and

1840?

Establishment of the University of GeorgiaExplain the reasons for the establishment of the University of Georgia.

Westward Movement of Georgia’s CapitalsExplain the reasons for the westward movement of Georgia’s capitals.

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Headright SystemEvaluate the impact of the headright system.

Yazoo Land FraudExplain the impact of the Yazoo Land Fraud.

Land LotteriesExplain the impact of land lotteries.

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Cotton GinExplain how the cotton gin had an impact on Georgia’s growth.

RailroadsExplain how railroads had an impact on Georgia’s growth.

AtlantaExplain the reasons for the westward movement of Georgia’s capitals.

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