Palmer's Journal of Travels Over the Rocky Mountains, 1845-1846 by Joel Palmer

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Author Palmer, Joel, 1810-1881
Contributor Spalding, Henry Harmon, 1803-1874
Editor Thwaites, Reuben Gold, 1853-1913
Title Palmer's Journal of Travels Over the Rocky Mountains, 1845-1846
Series Title Early western travels, 1748-1846, v. 30
Note Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Matthias Grammel, Greg Bergquist, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https: //archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "Palmer's Journal of Travels Over the Rocky Mountains, 1845-1846" by Joel Palmer is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work documents the author's personal journey as he traverses the Oregon Trail, providing a meticulous description of the landscapes, indigenous peoples, social conditions, and the challenges faced by emigrants during the westward expansion of America. Palmer, who was a pioneer leader among the emigrants, presents a detailed narrative of his observations, practical recommendations for future travelers, and insights into the lifestyle and environment of the Oregon Territory. The opening of this journal details Palmer's departure from Indiana with the intent of assessing the Oregon Territory for potential settlement. Beginning on April 16, 1845, he recounts various mishaps and encounters along the way, such as his disappointment at not finding companions to join him and the struggles faced, including trading for livestock and dealing with unexpected events like a wild horse. His observations cover the terrain, water sources, and agricultural potential, setting the stage for a journey that explores not only the physical landscape but also the emotional weight of leaving home, signifying an adventure that is as much about personal growth as it is about discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject Overland journeys to the Pacific
Subject Oregon -- Description and travel
Subject Law -- Oregon
Subject Chinook jargon -- Dictionaries -- English
Subject Nez Percé language -- Dictionaries -- English
Subject Willamette River Valley (Or.) -- Description and travel
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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