The White Headed Eagle, John McLoughlin: Builder of an Empire

By Richard G. Montgomery

Book Overview

""The White Headed Eagle, John McLoughlin: Builder of an Empire"" is a biography written by Richard G. Montgomery. The book is about John McLoughlin, a prominent figure in the history of the Pacific Northwest. McLoughlin was a fur trader, businessman, and political figure who played a key role in the development of the region. The book covers McLoughlin's life from his birth in Quebec in 1784 to his death in Oregon in 1857. It explores his career as a fur trader with the Hudson's Bay Company, his role in the founding of Oregon City, and his work as a landowner and politician. The book also delves into McLoughlin's personal life, including his marriage to Marguerite Wadin and his relationships with his children. Throughout the book, Montgomery portrays McLoughlin as a complex and influential figure who played a significant role in shaping the history of the Pacific Northwest.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: 1162789611
• ISBN13: 9781162789613
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 390 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"