Backstory
Some context.
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Some context.
Last updated
The Pioneers NFT game is heavily inspired by the historical facts about the Oregon Trail.
The Oregon Trail was one of the main migration routes for American settlers moving west during the 19th century. Pioneers on the trail faced many challenges, including difficult weather conditions, lack of supplies, and interactions with Native American tribes. The trail played a significant role in the westward expansion of the United States.
It was not just one trail, but a network of trails that pioneers used to reach the West. The most popular route, which was also known as the "Great Platte River Road," followed the north side of the Platte River through present-day Nebraska.
The Oregon Trail was originally used by fur traders and explorers, who first blazed the trail in the early 1800s. It wasn't until the 1840s that large numbers of settlers began using the trail to migrate west. Generally, the journey on the Oregon Trail was long and difficult. It typically took several months to complete, and many pioneers died along the way from diseases such as cholera and dysentery.
However, other trails, such as the California Trail and the Mormon Trail, were also used by settlers moving west. It played a significant role in the development of the American West. Many of the towns and cities along the trail, such as Omaha, Nebraska, and Boise, Idaho, were founded by pioneers who used the trail to reach the West (hence the "settle down" mechanic in the Pioneers NFT game).
The Oregon Trail is still remembered and celebrated today. Many museums and historical sites along the trail commemorate the pioneers who used it, and the trail is a popular destination for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts.