The Pioneer Catholic History of Oregon is a historical book written by Edwin Vincent O'Hara in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the early Catholic Church in Oregon, from its establishment in the 1830s to the early 1900s. O'Hara was a Catholic priest and bishop who had a deep interest in the history of the Church in the United States, and this book is a testament to his passion for preserving the memory of the pioneers who helped establish the Catholic Church in Oregon.The book begins with an overview of the ...
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The Pioneer Catholic History of Oregon is a historical book written by Edwin Vincent O'Hara in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the early Catholic Church in Oregon, from its establishment in the 1830s to the early 1900s. O'Hara was a Catholic priest and bishop who had a deep interest in the history of the Church in the United States, and this book is a testament to his passion for preserving the memory of the pioneers who helped establish the Catholic Church in Oregon.The book begins with an overview of the early history of Oregon, including its exploration by Lewis and Clark, and the establishment of the Oregon Trail. O'Hara then goes on to describe the early Catholic missionaries who arrived in Oregon in the 1830s, including Father Francis Norbert Blanchet and Father Modeste Demers. The book also provides detailed accounts of the establishment of various Catholic missions and churches throughout Oregon, including St. Paul's in Salem, St. Mary's in Albany, and St. Joseph's in Vancouver.Throughout the book, O'Hara provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the early Catholic pioneers in Oregon, including their struggles, triumphs, and the challenges they faced in a new and often hostile environment. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations, providing a visual record of the early Catholic Church in Oregon.Overall, the Pioneer Catholic History of Oregon is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in the Pacific Northwest, and a testament to the faith and dedication of the early pioneers who helped establish the Church in this region.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.
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