Nestled on the serene south bank of the majestic Columbia River, just seven miles from its expansive mouth, lies the […]
Tag: Oregon History
Winema: The Modoc Interpreter and Peacemaker
The name Winema, also known by her given name Kaitchkona and later Toby Riddle, resonates throughout the history of the […]
Joseph Lafayette Meek: Trapper, Pioneer, and Statesman
The untamed American West was shaped by individuals of remarkable courage and tenacity, and among them, Joseph Lafayette Meek stands […]
Joseph Goff Gale: Frontier Pioneer, Trapper, Trader, and Statesman
The saga of the American West is rich with tales of brave individuals who shaped its destiny, and among them, […]
The Response to the Whitman Massacre: Oregon Volunteers and the Cayuse War
The tragic news of the Whitman Massacre, which occurred in late November 1847, quickly reached the provisional Oregon Territorial capitol […]
Unraveling the Oregon Territory: America’s Epic Quest for the Pacific Northwest
The Oregon Territory, a vast and contested expanse of the American West, played a pivotal role in shaping the United […]
John Day: Legendary Trapper and Frontiersman
The American frontier history is rich with tales of resilience and exploration, and among the most enduring figures is John […]