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Reactions And Responses To The American Chestnut Blight In The Twentieth Century, Sarah Heavren
Reactions And Responses To The American Chestnut Blight In The Twentieth Century, Sarah Heavren
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The tale of the American chestnut tree offers incredible insight on Americans’ changing relationship with their environment and the complications added by economic motivations and scientific advancements. The American chestnut tree was known for its favorable timber and delectable nuts, which allowed the tree to assume a level of economic and cultural significance in twentieth century America. The timber was versatile and durable, and picking chestnuts and roasting them during the holidays were common seasonal traditions. However, the arrival …