Achondroplasia is one of the most common types of dwarfism. Learn about its causes, diagnosis, and treatment. Achondroplasia is one of the most common types of dwarfism.
Westward Expansion (1807-1912) The Surge West. Summary. The westward movement of the American population occurred in intermittent flurries of settlement. The first began early in the nation's history, resulting in the statehood of Vermont, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Ohio, all of which were admitted to the Union between 1791 and 1803.
History Westward Expansion. The Oregon Trail was a major route that people took when migrating to the western part of the United States. Between 1841 and 1869, hundreds of thousands of people traveled westward on the trail.