History of Frontier in Timeline

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Frontier

A frontier is a political and geographical term designating areas at or beyond a boundary. It represents the edges of settled or controlled territories, often characterized by exploration, expansion, and interaction between different cultures or groups. Frontiers can be dynamic zones of transition and change, holding significance in the context of political control, resource exploitation, and cultural exchange.

1910: Western films set on the frontier

After 1910, Western films set on the frontier significantly impacted popular culture.

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1930: Innis's The Fur Trade in Canada

In 1930, Harold Adams Innis published his work 'The Fur Trade in Canada', expounding on the Laurentian thesis.