Where did Oregons settlers come from?

Answer 1

Originally, five nations: Britain, France, Russia, Spain, and the United States, had shown interest in Oregon. In the early 1800's, France and Spain gave up their claims, while Russia fixed the southern border o Alaska at 54*40`. That left Britain and the United States to resolve their claims. Both nations were represented mostly by fur traders, who sold guns, tools, and liquor to the Nez Perce`, Walla Walla, Yakima, and other Indian tribes in the area. In the 1830's some Methodist ministers made their way into the Oregon country and set up a number of mission schools. Their letters east poke glowingly of the fertile soil and abundant rainfall. Soon hundreds of Americans were off on the Oregon Trail. The route led from Idepedence, Missouri, to Portland, Oregon, and was similar to the one followed by Lewis and Clark.

Answer 2

Independence Missouri