mar 29, 1827 - The town of Independence, Missouri is founded
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Independence, a small town in Missouri, is founded. This town is a very important landmark in the history of American Westward migration and expansion, as it a famous point of departure for Americans heading West. The California, Oregon, and Santa Fe Trails all started in this city.
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American Migration and Settlement Timeline (1801-1829)
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