Dr. John McLoughlin, the Father of Oregon by Frederick V. Holman
QR code
"Dr. John McLoughlin, the Father of Oregon" by Frederick V. Holman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the life and contributions of Dr. John McLoughlin, who played a pivotal role in the early history of Oregon, especially during the time of joint-occupancy with Great Britain and the development of the Oregon country. The book delves into McLoughlin's humanitarian efforts, his management of the Hudson's
Bay Company, and his interactions with both the settlers and the Indigenous peoples of the region. The opening of the narrative establishes Dr. John McLoughlin as a central figure in the formation and expansion of Oregon, detailing his background and character. Holman reflects on how McLoughlin's actions and policies helped shape the early years of settlement in Oregon, including the establishment of Fort Vancouver and his influence in making the area safe for immigrants. The text sets a foundation for a comprehensive exploration of McLoughlin's life, emphasizing both his leadership qualities and his dedication to the community, as well as his complex relationships with various stakeholders during a pivotal moment in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Holman, Frederick V., 1852-1927 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 07031427 |
| Title | Dr. John McLoughlin, the Father of Oregon |
| Credits |
Produced by David E. Brown, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | Oregon Territory -- History |
| Subject | McLoughlin, John, 1784-1857 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36146 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 571 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!