The history of Oregon, a U.S. state, may be considered in five eras: geologic history, inhabitation by native peoples, early exploration by Europeans (primarily fur traders), settlement by pioneers, and modern development.
The term "Oregon" may refer to:
- Oregon Country, a large region explored by Americans, British, and others (and generally known to Canadians as the Columbia District);
- Oregon Territory, established by the United States two years after its sovereignty over the region was established by the Oregon Treaty; and
- Oregon, a U.S. state since 1859
Read more about History Of Oregon: Geology, Early European Exploration, Settlement By Pioneers, Oregon in The Civil War, Railroads and Growth, Racial Discrimination, Modern History
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