Ox-Team Days on the Oregon Trail
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Authors:
- Driggs, Howard R. (Howard Roscoe)
1873 - 1963
- Meeker, Ezra
1830 - 1928
- Wilson, F. N. (Frederick N.)
1876 - 1961
About this book
In the mid-19th century, thousands of pioneers embarked on the arduous journey westward along the Oregon Trail, driven by the promise of opportunity and land. "Ox-Team Days on the Oregon Trail" by Ezra Meeker and Howard R. Driggs captures this transformative era through vivid firsthand accounts and detailed observations. The authors delve into the unique challenges faced by these settlers, from navigating treacherous terrain to managing their oxen teams, offering an authentic glimpse into pioneer life. Ideal for students, historians, and civic activists, this document serves as a crucial resource for understanding the spirit of exploration and resilience that characterized the American frontier. Discover the untold stories of those who shaped a nation in this compelling narrative.
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