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FORT GEORGE SITE
HUDSONS BAY COMPANY Establishment at Fort George (also known as Astoria) on the Columbia River, Canada Date: 1849
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1840s 1849 Astoria Columbia Establishment Fort Hudson Hudsons
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1. Title: "Fort George Site: A Snapshot of the Hudson's Bay Company's 1849 Establishment at Astoria on the Columbia River, Canada" 2. Description: This evocative image captures the Fort George site, an essential outpost of the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) in the late 1840s. Situated on the banks of the majestic Columbia River in what is now Astoria, Oregon, USA, the fort was a vital link in the HBC's extensive North American trading network. 3. Background: Established in 1811, the Hudson's Bay Company played a pivotal role in the fur trade in North America. By the mid-19th century, the company had expanded its operations westward, establishing forts and trading posts along the Pacific Coast. Fort George, built in 1834, was one of the most significant HBC establishments in the region. 4. Scene: The photograph showcases the fort's rustic charm, with its wooden structures and palisade walls standing proud against the backdrop of the verdant landscape. The Columbia River, a vital waterway for trade and communication, flows serenely in the foreground. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the HBC employees and their interactions with the indigenous peoples of the region. 5. Historical Significance: Fort George represented the HBC's commitment to establishing a presence in the Pacific Northwest, a region rich in natural resources and cultural diversity. The fort served as a hub for trade, diplomacy, and exploration, fostering relationships with indigenous communities and facilitating the exchange of goods between the East and the West. 6. Legacy: Although the HBC eventually sold its Pacific Northwest lands to the United States in 1846, the legacy of Fort George and its role in the region's history endures. Today, the site is a National Historic Landmark and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Northwest. The image serves as a reminder of the pivotal role the Hudson's Bay Company played in shaping the history of North America.
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