Homestead Act (nov 21, 1849 – apr 3, 1851)
Description:
The homestead act was passed. the homestead act began early settlement in the western states, allowing americans and the now freed lsaves to purchase up to 160 acres of landAdded to timeline:
Date:
nov 21, 1849
apr 3, 1851
~ 1 years and 4 months