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oksano4ka [1.4K]
2 years ago
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What was the main reason for the passage of the homestead act in 1862

History
2 answers:
miss Akunina [59]2 years ago
7 0
In order to first understand the reasons for passage of the Homestead act of 1862 it is important to also understand the historical contex.
- During this time the United States felt they were Destined By God ( divine right theory) to expand across the continent, they used this theory to justify obtaining territory that was already occupied such as the annexation of Texas.
- Some other factors that caused people to move out west were the Gold Rush and Pacific Railway Act!

Now as for your questions; the Homestead Act was passed by the government and it basically said that the government would give people land to move out west( was a way to encourage westward expansion), the government felt that westward expansion was crucial for the economy ( more room and land means more markets to sell too and access to greater natural resources), It was crucial for political aspects as well( It in a sense made the government seem strong if they were able to govern over such a vast and wide range of land accordingly), and It was crucial socially as well( the Homestead act would provide a way for people to connect)

- I hope this helped! Let me know if you need any extra clarification!
TiliK225 [7]2 years ago
5 0

The passage of the homestead was allowing any American, including freed slaves, to put in a claim for up to 160 free acres of federal land.

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