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Frederick Jackson Turner (November 14, 1861 - March 14, 1932) was an influential American historian in the early 20th century. He is best known for his book, The Significance of the Frontier in American History, whose ideas are referred to as the Frontier Thesis. He is also known for his theories of geographical sectionalism. In recent years western history has seen pitched arguments over his Frontier Thesis, with the only point of agreement being his enormous impact on historical scholarship and the American mind.
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What American argued the overseas expansion was a safety valve to keep ambitious Americans content?
Frederick Jackson Turner argued that, since the American frontier was running out, overseas expansion would be a safety valve to keep Americans content.
What historian said that the frontier had been an outlet for ambitious Americans?
Fredrick J. Turner.
Who was the historian to argued that American institutions and values were created by the frontier experience was?
Frederick Jackson Turner
The historian Frederick Jackson Turner argued that the frontier shaped America by?
Westward expansion gave the United States its character of rugged independence. The expansion had shaped the nation's values
Which African American led a slave revolt in Virginia in 1831?
Nat Turner
