Which of the following was a major criticism of Turner's thesis by later 'New Western Historians'?
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Correct answer: He ignored Native American perspectives and the federal government's role
Modern critics argue Turner's view was 'Eurocentric' and ignored the fact that the West was already inhabited. They also point out that federal subsidies and the military were more responsible for Western growth than the 'lone pioneer.'
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