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Adventures of the First Settlers on the Oregon Or Columbia River

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370pages
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The narrative centers on the Astor Expedition, detailing the journey of Alexander Ross as he worked for John Jacob Astor's Pacific Fur Company. It chronicles the establishment of Fort Astoria near the Columbia River, highlighting the diverse mix of settlers, including indigenous tribes and various ethnic groups. Ross provides a rich account of the indigenous populations, including an appendix of Chinook vocabulary, emphasizing their advanced societies. The narrative also touches on the impact of the War of 1812, leading to the fort's acquisition by the North West Company and its renaming to Fort George.

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Adventures of the First Settlers on the Oregon Or Columbia River, Alexander Ross

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2022
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