Land Run
The "Land Run" refers to a series of events in the late 19th century when settlers raced to claim land in the newly opened territories of the United States, particularly in Oklahoma. The most famous of these events occurred on April 22, 1889, when thousands of people lined up to stake their claims on land that had previously been designated for Native American tribes.
These land runs were part of the broader westward expansion and the policy of Manifest Destiny, which encouraged American settlers to move westward. The land was often claimed quickly, leading to disputes and conflicts over ownership. The Land Run significantly shaped the development of the American frontier.