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Thornton, J. Quinn

 
9781334183478: Oregon and California in 1848, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

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.




  • Historical overview of early colonization efforts and political discussions

  • Profiles of key figures and the networks that pursued settlement

  • Exposition of the California gold-mines topic and associated economic factors

  • Illustrations and organizing structure to support quick comprehension



Ideal for readers of American frontier history, early American diplomacy, and 19th-century travel and settlement narratives.

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