Blockhouse at Upper Cascades, Columbia River - c. 1885
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Built in 1856, this blockhouse was only used for a few years but lasted for decades afterwards. The Cascades were a strategic military site during unrest between early settlers and the Native American inhabitants.
Built in 1856, this blockhouse was only used for a few years but lasted for decades afterwards. The Cascades were a strategic military site during unrest between early settlers and the Native American inhabitants.
Note in detail view 1 the strength of the squared-off log construction. Detail view 2 shows three Native American canoes pulled onto the shore below the blockhouse.
-- This photo is restored and printed by Old Oregon.
Photographer | Isaac G. Davidson |
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Location | Columbia Gorge, Washington State |
Subject | Military, Military Buildings |
Decade | 1880s |
Print Maker | Old Oregon |
Original Type | Boudoir Card |
Size of Original | 4.6 x 8.1 inches |
Photographer's Number | Number 26 |
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