Simon Fraser, convinced that the dangerous river…

1808 CE

Simon Fraser, convinced that the dangerous river that will later bear his name is the Columbia, explores to its mouth, proving in 1808 through his long and harrowing journey that the river is unsuitable for transporting goods and furs.

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Mouth of the Columbia River View →

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Simon Fraser View →

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British North America View → North West Company View → Britain (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland) View →

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Maritime Fur Trade View →

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Fish and game View → Hides and feathers View →

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Commerce View → Products View → Engineering View → Exploration View →

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