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Wagon Train
19 Many pioneers began their journey in the frontier town of
Independence, Missouri, where they formed wagon trains. Pioneers
believed a large group would keep them safe. There would also be
many skills in a group that might come in handy on the journey.
handy Something that is handy is very useful.
Did You Know?
On a good day, a wagon covered about
25 miles (40 kilometers). But on days
of difficult river crossings and mountain
paths, the wagon might travel only
1 mile in the entire day.
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