The March of Portola and the Discovery of the Bay of San Francisco by Eldredge et al.
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| Author | Eldredge, Zoeth Skinner, 1846-1915 |
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| Author | Molera, E. J. (Eusebius Joseph), 1846?-1932 |
| Title | The March of Portola and the Discovery of the Bay of San Francisco |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David A. Schwan, and David Widger |
| Summary | "The March of Portolá and the Discovery of the Bay of San Francisco" by Zoeth S. Eldredge is a historical account published in the early 20th century. This work dives into the significant yet often overlooked expedition led by Don Gaspar de Portolá that ultimately resulted in the discovery and colonization of the San Francisco Bay area. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the conditions and motivations behind the expedition, showcasing both the valor and challenges faced by the explorers. The opening of the book sets the stage for Portolá's journey, detailing the political climate of Spain and its interest in California amidst encroaching threats from other European powers. It introduces key figures involved in the expedition, including soldiers and priests, while emphasizing the military necessity behind the movement rather than solely missionary zeal. The narrative hints at the hardships endured by the expedition members as they journey up the California coast, facing disease and logistical challenges while seeking the elusive Monterey Bay. Additionally, it begins to outline the critical moments leading to their first sighting of San Francisco Bay, emphasizing the blend of exploration, survival, and human spirit integral to this account. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | California -- History |
| Subject | California -- History -- To 1846 |
| Subject | San Francisco Bay (Calif.) |
| Subject | Portolá's Expedition, Calif., 1769-1770 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4978 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 20, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 130 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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