Publisher's Synopsis
The Ox Team or the Old Oregon Trail 1852 to 1906 is a non-fiction book written by Ezra Meeker. The book is a personal account of Meeker's experiences traveling the Oregon Trail in the mid-19th century, as well as his subsequent efforts to preserve the history and legacy of the trail. Meeker's journey began in 1852, when he and his family joined a wagon train headed for the Pacific Northwest. The trip was arduous and dangerous, with many obstacles and challenges along the way. Meeker describes the harsh conditions of the trail, including extreme weather, attacks by Native Americans, and the constant threat of illness and injury. Despite the difficulties, Meeker and his family persevered, eventually settling in the town of Puyallup, Washington. Over the years, Meeker became increasingly concerned about the fading memory of the Oregon Trail and its importance in American history. He began a campaign to preserve the trail and its landmarks, traveling across the country to raise awareness and funds for the cause. The Ox Team or the Old Oregon Trail 1852 to 1906 is a captivating and informative account of one man's journey and his efforts to preserve a vital part of American history. Meeker's writing is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the challenges and triumphs of the pioneers who traveled the Oregon Trail. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West or the pioneering spirit that helped shape the nation.1906. There was nothing particularly out of the ordinary about Ezra Meeker's wagon trip to Oregon in 1852. What was unusual was Meeker's decision to make a return trip-over 50 years later. At 76 years of age, Meeker loaded up his wagon, picked two good oxen, and headed east. Meeker's friends were against the idea; they thought he would never make it alive. Although his ox died, the difficult trip didn't kill Meeker. Along the way, he gave speeches encouraging preservation of the Trail, and many turned out to listen. He wrote a book, convinced President Teddy Roosevelt to set aside money for trail preservation, and became a national celebrity. Meeker was still busy promoting the Oregon Trail when he died at age 98.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.
