Overland Journey To California

Overland Journey To California

James Bennett

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
Materia
Historia de América
ISBN:
9781271744152
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'Overland Journey to California' is the journal of James Bennett, recounting his experiences as part of a party that departed New Harmony in 1850, traversing the plains and mountains to reach the Golden West. This firsthand account provides a vivid glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of westward migration during the peak of the California Gold Rush. Bennett’s detailed entries capture the daily realities of life on the trail, the encounters with Native American tribes, and the breathtaking landscapes encountered along the way. This journal offers valuable insights into the motivations, hardships, and resilience of those who sought new opportunities in the West. A compelling read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, 'Overland Journey to California' preserves a vital piece of our nation’s heritage. It stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of adventure and the pursuit of a better life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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