The Shoshone people were forced to move several times throughout the 19th century due to factors such as westward expansion, mining booms, and U.S. government policies. Significant relocations occurred during the 1860s and 1870s, particularly with the establishment of reservations. These displacements disrupted their traditional ways of life and led to significant cultural and social changes within the tribe. The exact number of relocations can vary depending on how one defines them, but the impact of forced migration was profound.
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