How Marcus Whitman Saved Oregon

By Oliver Woodson Nixon

Book Overview

""How Marcus Whitman Saved Oregon"" is a historical account written by Oliver W. Nixon that tells the story of how a missionary named Marcus Whitman played a crucial role in securing Oregon as a part of the United States in the mid-19th century. The book explores Whitman's journey to the Oregon territory, his interactions with Native American tribes, and his efforts to convince the US government to annex the region. The author also delves into the political tensions between the US and Britain over control of Oregon, and how Whitman's actions ultimately helped tip the balance in favor of the US. Through detailed research and engaging storytelling, Nixon provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.A True Romance Of Patriotic Heroism, Christian Devotion And Final Martyrdom.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162758759
• ISBN13: 9781162758756
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"