What did some Americans want to do with Native American land?

Some Americans, particularly during the westward expansion in the 19th century, sought to acquire Native American land for farming, settlement, and resource extraction. Many viewed this land as essential for economic growth and the fulfillment of Manifest Destiny, the belief that the U.S. was destined to expand across the continent. This desire often led to the forced removal and displacement of Native American tribes through treaties, warfare, and government policies like the Indian Removal Act of 1830. Ultimately, these actions resulted in significant loss of land, culture, and sovereignty for Native American peoples.