Oregon's Early Explorers
Spanish, Russian, British, and American explorers traversed the Pacific Northwest, but it was Gray's discovery of the Columbia River that set the stage for future ambitions. Astor's Pacific Fur Company aimed to establish a trading network, yet the War of 1812 thwarted these plans. However, the discovery of the South Pass opened a vital route, highlighting the ongoing struggle for control over Oregon between the U.S. and Britain.In this clip
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30: The Oregon Trail (“You Have Died of Dysentery”)
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