The Indian Trade and Intercourse Act

What was the Indian Trade and Intercourse Act?

The Indian Trade and Intercourse Act established the Permanent Indian Frontier. It stated that all land west of the Mississippi River - but not in the states of Missouri, Louisiana or Arkansas - was 'Indian Territory'.

Why was the Indian Trade and Intercourse Act passed?

The Indian Trade and Intercourse Act was designed to keep white Americans and Native Americans apart.

How were white Americans affected by the Indian Trade and Intercourse Act?

The Indian Trade and Intercourse Act made it illegal for any white Americans to settle on the land west of the Indian Frontier. It also made it illegal to sell weapons or alcohol to the Native Americans.

How was the Indian Trade and Intercourse Act enforced?

To enforce the Indian Trade and Intercourse Act, white Americans built a military road and forts along the edge of the Indian Frontier. The forts were manned by the US Army.