History of Early Steamboat Navigation on the Missouri River, Volume 1 (of 2)
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"History of Early Steamboat Navigation on the Missouri River, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Hiram Martin Chittenden is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work dives into the legacy of steamboat navigation on the Missouri River, particularly focusing on the life and adventures of Captain Joseph La Barge, a significant figure associated with the commerce along the river. The book intricately details how steamboat navigation was vital to
the development of the American West. At the start of this volume, the author sets the stage for the narrative by recounting how he met Captain La Barge in 1896 and was inspired to capture his rich history for posterity. The opening chapters present La Barge's ancestry, early childhood, and his initial experiences with the fur trade, emphasizing his adventurous spirit and connection to the Missouri River. The text highlights the challenges faced by La Barge as he began his career, laying the groundwork for a captivating exploration of the river's role in shaping the region's history, economy, and the intriguing life of this pioneer navigator. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chittenden, Hiram Martin, 1858-1917 |
|---|---|
| Title |
History of Early Steamboat Navigation on the Missouri River, Volume 1 (of 2) Life and Adventures of Joseph La Barge |
| Credits | Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains |
| Subject | La Barge, Joseph, 1815-1899 |
| Subject | Steam-navigation -- Missouri River |
| Subject | Missouri River -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64136 |
| Release Date | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1091 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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