Report of Explorations Across the Great Basin of the Territory of Utah for a Direct Wagon-Route From Camp Floyd to Genoa, in Carson Valley, in 1859 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

J. H. Simpson

 
9781334314612: Report of Explorations Across the Great Basin of the Territory of Utah for a Direct Wagon-Route From Camp Floyd to Genoa, in Carson Valley, in 1859 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book delves into the fascinating and often perilous history of exploring the Great Basin of Utah, a vast and largely unknown region in the American West. The author meticulously traces the footsteps of early explorers, beginning with the intrepid journey of Father Escalante in 1776, who attempted to reach Monterey, California, from Santa Fe, New Mexico. The book then recounts the explorations of fur traders and explorers like James Bridger and Joseph Walker, who ventured into the Basin in the early 19th century, seeking to map the region and find new trade routes. The author also highlights the groundbreaking explorations of John C. Fremont, who famously crossed the Sierra Nevada and explored the Basin in the 1840s. Through detailed accounts of these expeditions and a wealth of historical information, the author reveals the challenges and triumphs of early exploration, highlighting the dangers, the resilience, and the vital role played by these pioneers in shaping the American West.

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