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Why the U.S. Army Tried to Exterminate the Bison

Provided by: Vox |Published on: April 27, 2021
Videos Grades 6-8, 9-12

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  • This video describes the history behind the near-extermination of bison in America, prompted by the United States government as settlers and the railroad moved west in the 1800s.
  • It addresses the purpose of removing the bison to assist in driving native people off their lands, since they relied on the buffalo for food, clothing, shelter, and tools.
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Subjects: Biology, History
Authors: Vox
Region: United States
Languages: English

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