Dr. John McLoughlin, the Father of Oregon

"Dr. John McLoughlin, the Father of Oregon" by Frederick V. Holman tells the story of a key figure in Oregon's development during a time when both Great Britain and the United States had claims to the land. It introduces Dr. John McLoughlin and explains how his work with the Hudson's Bay Company and his caring actions greatly shaped the early settlements. The story highlights how McLoughlin's decisions, like establishing Fort Vancouver, helped immigrants and influenced relationships with the local Indigenous people, setting the stage for a study of his life and impact on the region.