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Mojave Desert History - Mojave River
Opening the Mojave River TrailThe opening of the Mojave River Trail segment of the Old Spanish Trail was embodied in the history of the trappers. This dauntless breed of men moved around the West like a dynamic tide flooding into all the un-trapped hunting areas. They risk their lives for the chance of netting $200-$1000 a year, and for adventure.by Clifford Walker - Mojave River Valley Museum  Dry Mojave River at Hodge  Map of the Mojave River Trail - 1875 Also see: Mojave River Trail |
IndependenceWhen Mexico finally gained independence in 1821, she assumed some of the same ...Barring Indian Interferences & Other CalamitiesSmall fortunes could, nevertheless, be made if the trapper found a hitherto ...Successful TradingHe remained with the Mohave for 15 days, recuperating and trading for supplies. ...Mission San GabrielAfter the peaceful 15 days rest, Smith secured guides and crossed the Mojave Desert ...This Other Ilustrious GroupAlthough the records are vague, this assemblage of beaver men was probably ...The Chastised Mohave... meanwhile, had less than six months to wait to vent their vengeance ...Another Band of Beaver HuntersHere he was told of the attack on Smith's party. The Yuma Indian, ...DeceptionYoung and 40 men, including Kit Carson, had left Taos in August, 1829, with ...Other Movements through the MojaveSome expeditions have been verified by the records, while other ...Finding a New RouteThe first recorded use of the route was made by New Mexican traders who ...The Race for ProfitsGovernor Chavez was pleased with Armijo's success. ... |
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