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The Oregon Question: Substance of a Lecture Before the Mercantile Library Association, Delivered January 22, 1845 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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It may be Well, too, to have a clear understanding of What is meant by the expression whole territory of Oregon, when used in common parlance, and to fix in your minds the position of certain prominent points that will be often referred to in course of my remarks.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1333674791
- ISBN 13 9781333674793
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages42
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex and heated debate over the Oregon Territory, a vast expanse of land claimed by both Great Britain and the United States in the early 19th century. The author, a keen observer of the time, expertly navigates the intricate history of competing claims, exploring the roles of exploration, discovery, and treaties in shaping the territorial dispute. Through meticulous analysis of primary sources, the book lays bare the competing arguments, showcasing the strategic maneuvering and diplomatic tensions that characterized the era. The author highlights the key figures and events, including Captain Cook's voyages, the establishment of Astoria, and the Nootka Convention, offering a detailed chronicle of the escalating territorial claims. Beyond the historical narrative, the book probes the underlying economic and geopolitical motives driving the dispute. The author explores the role of the fur trade in the British perspective, as well as the American desire for westward expansion. By examining the motivations of both parties, the book illuminates the complexities and contradictions inherent in the conflict. The author's analysis provides a compelling and insightful examination of the Oregon Territory dispute, highlighting the dynamic interplay of national ambitions, economic interests, and international relations during a period of global transformation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333674793_0
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