Explore the rise of Washington from its earliest discoveries to the making of a state.
This first volume presents a broad, carefully sourced history of Washington’s beginnings. It draws on private collections, official records, and the work of a editors’ panel to assemble a narrative that covers exploration, settlement, and the push toward statehood. The book blends documentary detail with accessible storytelling, helping readers connect people, places, and events across a formative era.
- Traces exploration by multiple nations and the shifting claims over the Pacific Northwest.
- Reveals how early journeys and settlements shaped later political boundaries.
- Draws on letters, diaries, and official documents to illuminate daily life and major milestones.
- Provides a foundational view of Washington’s history within the broader story of the American West.
Ideal for readers of regional history, American exploration, and readers seeking an in-depth introduction to Washington’s early chapter.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of the birth of a new state - Washington. It was originally part of a vast territory explored by Lewis and Clark and purchased by the US at the Louisiana Purchase. After the war of 1812, the US and Britain agreed to jointly occupy the region for ten years. The book discusses the impact of this agreement on the development of the region and the eventual formation of Washington as a separate entity. The author provides insights into the history, politics, and culture of the region, exploring themes of westward expansion, territorial disputes, and the struggle for statehood. The book highlights the significance of the region's natural resources, its role in the fur trade, and the challenges faced by early settlers. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive examination of the factors that shaped the history of Washington and its place in the broader narrative of American expansion. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330463475_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330463475
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Zustand: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 662 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 26025257/1
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