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From missions to mountains : a network view of westward expansion / Richard K. Behrens

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Identifier: MSS 6904

Scope and Contents note

Richard K. Behrens' essay discusses the westward expansionist movement in the United States from 1775 to 1875. In his essay, Behrens makes the argument that Dartmouth College's original mission to the Indian's connexion, among other circumstances, was significant to the West because after it was performed it subsequently evolved into a systematic westward focus. Due to this, Behrens' claims that various types of pioneers, from mountain men to the Mormons, were only able to settle and travel in such great success because of Dartmouth's fore running involvement. Throughout his article, Behrens shows evidence and research supporting his ideas while displaying the history of various pioneers from 1775 to 1875.

Dates

  • 2007

Creator

Conditions Governing Access note

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use note

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from From missions to mountains must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

Richard K. Behrens graduated from Dartmouth College in 1964. Since then, he has contributed to numerous articles concerning both the American West and Mormonism.

Extent

1 folder (0.1 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Essay contains information about westward expansion in the United States from 1775 to 1875.

Custodial History note

Maintained by creator until time of donation.

Immediate Source of Acquisition note

Donated; Richard K. Behrens; 2007.

Appraisal note

21st Century Western & Mormon Americana; Essay on westward expansion written in 2007.

Processing Information note

Processed; Lissa Bogart; 2009.

Title
Register of From missions to mountains
Status
Completed
Author
Lissa Bogart
Date
2009
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Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

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