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Maps of westward expansion

Maps of the United States growing west in the 19th century: the Louisiana Purchase, the maps from Lewis and Clark's expedition, emigrant trails to Oregon and California, the territories, and the surveys for the transcontinental railroad.

Why they are free to use: Published in the 19th century or made by the US government: no US copyright. Each map's page shows its own licence basis and a credit line.

The Louisiana Purchase

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Lewis and Clark

Search “map of Lewis and Clark's track across the western portion of North America” for more, or ask Claude for it

Trails west

Search “map of the Oregon Trail and emigrant routes to California” for more, or ask Claude for it

The territories

Search “map of the western territories of the United States” for more, or ask Claude for it

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