Image
![Female figure of America leading pioneers westward. Female figure of America leading pioneers westward.](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/primary-sources/images/history-education-pss-native-american-source.jpg?itok=T2DRaa0s)
Description
This print, also entitled "Manifest Destiny," shows an allegorical female figure representing "America" that is leading pioneers westward. The settlers are traveling on foot, in a stagecoach, by conestoga wagon and railroads. These pioneers are shown encountering American Indians and herds of bison.
Source-Dependent Questions
- The floating white woman in this painting is heading West. What do you think she represents? How is this symbolized in the painting?
- How does this image make you feel?
- What do you see in the image that would represent progress?
Citation Information
Crofutt, George A., "American Progress," 1873. Courtesy of Library of Congress