The treatment of many Native Americans during the westward expansion, as stated in “Manifest Destiny: The Idea Behind America’s Westward Expansion,” Many Native American nations and Hispanic landowners were treated brutally, driven from their lands by white settlers backed by U.S. soldiers.” This removal and mistreatment of the natives shows a sheer disregard for their rights and overall well-being. Furthermore, conflicts such as …show more content…
In “Trails, Treaties, and Tumult in Washington and Oregon, 1830s to 1860s.” it is revealed that immigrant farming, and livestock, decimated wild plants that were essential food sources for Native American tribes.” This disruption of the ecosystem led to food scarcity, famine, and the fall of many indigenous societies. Additionally, the disregard for the property rights of indigenous lands was exploited by the native people, which is further explained in “Juan Cortina's Proclamation to the Mexicans of Texas.” The account of homes being robbed, burned, and their land stolen from them without remorse. Both indirect, and direct disruption of the way the indigenous people’s lives are affected by the endangered Native American