Most explorers and immigrants came from Europe, and landed on the East coast, many settled there. But for some, the draw from the west encouraged many to strike out towards what they hoped, was a new life, free land, tales of untold riches (gold, beaver fur, etc.) as talked about in the saloons and immigrant encampments.
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The mountain men moved west during the early 19th century, primarily in the early 1800s. They were explorers and fur trappers who ventured into the Rocky Mountains and other western regions in pursuit of beavers and other valuable pelts.
Most explorers and immigrants came from Europe, and landed on the East coast, many settled there. But for some, the draw from the west encouraged many to strike out towards what they hoped, was a new life, free land, tales of untold riches (gold, beaver fur, etc.) as talked about in the saloons and immigrant encampments.
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the explorers moved west for new opportunities.
the compass helped early explorers travel by telling them which way they were going: North, East, South, West.
Some early explorers of Washington state were Captain George Vancouver, who explored the Puget Sound area in the late 18th century, and Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, who traveled through the region during their expedition across the American West in the early 19th century. These explorers played a significant role in documenting the geography and native cultures of the area.
Not sure about early 1800's (besides expanding land being desirable), but in the mid 1800's, the California Gold Rush attracted tons of people to the West.
Not sure about early 1800's (besides expanding land being desirable), but in the mid 1800's, the California Gold Rush attracted tons of people to the West.
Not sure about early 1800's (besides expanding land being desirable), but in the mid 1800's, the California Gold Rush attracted tons of people to the West.
Explorers mistakenly identified the West Indian manatee as mermaids during their expeditions.