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Frederick Jackson Turner was an American historian known for his influential theory on the role of the frontier in shaping American history. His work has had a profound impact on historical studies.

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“So long as free land exists, the opportunity for a competency exists, and economic power secures political power.”

Long Political Opportunity Economic Land Political Power Economic Power Competencies

Book:Shaping the American Character: The Significance of the Frontier in American History

Source: Shaping the American Character: The Significance of the Frontier in American History

“America has been another name for opportunity.”

Has Beens America Opportunity Names

Book:The Frontier in American History

Source: The Frontier in American History

About the Author

Born: November 14, 1861
Died: March 14, 1932
Known for: Historian
Quotes: 6

Books & Sources

The Frontier in American HistoryRelated source material

History, Frontier, and Section: Three EssaysRelated source material

Shaping the American Character: The Significance of the Frontier in American HistoryRelated source material

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