Westward Ho many pioneers came to Oregon in wagons such as this enduring many long days and nights of hardship on their journey. All their worldly possessions had to be carefully packed for the bumpy and difficult trail. Life supporting food and water had to be rationed for the months of dusty travel. Always on the alert for trouble from raiding Indians and wild animals.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
A typical prairie schooner
Westward Ho many pioneers came to Oregon in wagons such as this enduring many long days and nights of hardship on their journey. All their worldly possessions had to be carefully packed for the bumpy and difficult trail. Life supporting food and water had to be rationed for the months of dusty travel. Always on the alert for trouble from raiding Indians and wild animals.
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