may 20, 1785 - Land Ordinance of 1785
Description:
The Land Ordinance of 1785 was a framework established by the Confederation Congress for land surveying and sale in the western territories, which set the stage for westward expansion in the United States. It divided the land into square townships, each split into 36 sections, with the proceeds from the sale of the 16th section reserved to fund public education.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 20, 1785
Now
~ 240 years ago