Saddles East: Horseback Over the Old Oregon Trail

Saddles East: Horseback Over The Old Oregon Trail is a book written by John W. Beard. The book is a memoir of Beard's journey on horseback over the Old Oregon Trail. The Old Oregon Trail was a historic route used by pioneers to travel from the Missouri River to the Pacific Northwest in the mid-19th century. Beard's journey took place in the 1930s, and he documented his experiences in this book. The book is divided into chapters that cover different sections of the trail, and each chapter provides a detailed account of Beard's journey. He describes the terrain, the weather, and the challenges he faced as he traveled on horseback. He also provides historical context for each section of the trail, discussing the role it played in the settlement of the West.Throughout the book, Beard shares his love of horses and his admiration for the pioneers who traveled the trail before him. He also reflects on the changes that had taken place since the trail was first used, including the impact of modern technology on the landscape.Saddles East: Horseback Over The Old Oregon Trail is a fascinating account of a journey through history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the pioneers who settled it, and the enduring legacy of the Old Oregon Trail.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.