The State of Jefferson (Then and Now)
As early as 1852, the hardy settlers of the self -proclaimed State of Jefferson began to rally against the California and Oregon governments. The autonomous and determined spirit of border-county residents perseveres today, and nowhere is this better evidenced than in the character of the communities that remain.
- Series: Then and Now
- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (August 8, 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0738547697
- ISBN-13: 978-0738547695
- Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 0.3 x 9.2 inches
- Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
I got this book for my husband. We live in the "State of Jefferson" and he was very impressed with the photos and the writing.
For history buffs, this volume is a unique collection of photos of the mythical State of Jefferson, the area between Oregon and California. Lots of people don't know that this was a real historical movement, and the people even declared themselves a state, right before Pearl Harbor. A fun look at the history of the movement that started in the 1850s. Some of the photos I enjoyed most were the old ones of the miners and local Shasta tribe and the old towns. Some great ones of Mt. Shasta and old roads and bridges. It makes a great gift for someone who has everything and likes to read, especially history. I highly recommend this book! Lots of fun. I'd love to see a sequel.
Many many pictures..interesting time for the south coast of Oregon and northern California.
