Oregon and California in 1848, Vol. II offers a focused look at the mid-19th century push to settle the Northwest and the California frontier. This volume combines historical narrative with documentary evidence, presenting the people, plans, and debates that shaped these regions in 1848.
From early explorations and colonization schemes to the hardships faced by emigrants, the book traces the ideas, leaders, and events that influenced western expansion. It covers the role of advocates, government actions, and interactions with Indigenous peoples, offering a grounded view of the era’s ambitions and challenges.
Readers will also encounter an appendix that discusses contemporary information about California’s gold mines and related interests, giving context to the era’s economic drive. The volume includes illustrative material and a sequence of chapters that frame historical development against the broader backdrop of American westward movement.
Ideal for readers of American frontier history, early American diplomacy, and 19th-century travel and settlement narratives.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents an authentic historical account of Oregon's colonization from the Lewis and Clark expedition up to the establishment of the Oregon Treaty. From Native American interactions to the role of missionaries and immigrants, the author uses firsthand accounts and records to chronicle the territory's evolution from a vast wilderness to a thriving American settlement. The author also discusses the political struggles and diplomatic negotiations surrounding the region, highlighting the interplay between national interests and the aspirations of settlers and explores the complex relationships and challenges faced by its inhabitants during this formative period. Overall, this book sheds light on the rich history of Oregon, offering a valuable resource for understanding its settlement and the broader westward expansion of the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334183478_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334183478
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