Impact the American Settlers Had on the West

Many settlers traveled to the West in the hope of becoming rich, acquiring free land, and securing new job opportunities. Settlers included Americans looking for a better life, as well as immigrants willing to work for low wages and dangerous conditions. There was both a positive and negative impact from the settlers moving west.
<Tab/>Mining brought those looking to "get rich quick." As they settled in "boom towns", activity flourished and businesses sprung up. …