The Early Empire Builders Of The Great West (1901)

The Early Empire Builders Of The Great West is a historical book written by Moses Kimball Armstrong and published in 1901. The book is a detailed account of the early pioneers who played a significant role in the development of the American West during the 19th century. The book covers the period from the early 1800s, when the western territories were still largely unexplored, to the late 1800s, when the region had become a hub of economic activity and settlement. Armstrong chronicles the lives of some of the most influential figures of the time, including explorers, fur traders, missionaries, and settlers. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the West’s development. The first section covers the explorers who ventured into the region, including Lewis and Clark, Zebulon Pike, and John C. Fremont. The second section covers the fur trade, which was a major industry in the West during this time. The third section of the book focuses on the missionaries who came to the West to convert the Native American population to Christianity. Armstrong details the challenges these missionaries faced and the impact they had on the region. The fourth section covers the settlement of the West, including the Homestead Act and the building of the transcontinental railroad. Armstrong also discusses the impact of the gold rush on the region’s development. Overall, The Early Empire Builders Of The Great West is a comprehensive and informative account of the early pioneers who helped shape the American West. It provides valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of those who ventured into the unknown and laid the foundation for the region’s growth and prosperity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.