Portage Paths: The Keys of the Continent by Archer Butler Hulbert

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Author Hulbert, Archer Butler, 1873-1933
LoC No. 03020874
Title Portage Paths: The Keys of the Continent
Series Title Historic Highways of America, Vol. 7
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Summary "Portage Paths: The Keys of the Continent" by Archer Butler Hulbert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text focuses on the significance of portage paths as vital routes in American history that facilitated exploration and communication across the continent. It explores these pathways from the perspectives of explorers, missionaries, and traders, highlighting their strategic importance in geographical and historical contexts. The opening of the work introduces the concept of portage paths as the "Backbone of America," inviting readers to imagine a journey across the continent from the Atlantic to the Mississippi Basin. It describes the challenges faced by early travelers, specifically the "voyageurs," as they navigated these routes while carrying canoes and supplies. The text emphasizes how these paths, often found in rugged terrains, were crucial for connecting waterways and enabling human movement during the early days of exploration, while also hinting at the profound historical implications of these routes in shaping America's development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
LoC Class HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications
Subject Portages -- North America
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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