The West, the Environment, and American History.

Harvey, Mark W. T.

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ERIC Number: EJ381036

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1988

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The West, the Environment, and American History.

Harvey, Mark W. T.

OAH Magazine of History, v3 n2 p21-27 Spr 1988

Emphasizes that to understand the American West, one must realize the central importance of the environment to its inhabitants. Provides an overview of western environmental history. Discusses state and federal reclamation efforts, the role of public lands, and the growth of conservation and preservation movements. (KO)

Descriptors: American Indians, Attitudes, Behavior Change, Classroom Techniques, Conservation (Environment), Environment, Federal Programs, Interaction, Regional Characteristics, Secondary Education, Social Studies, United States History

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Historical Materials

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Language: English

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