Pioneer Catholic History Of Oregon (1911)

Pioneer Catholic History of Oregon is a historical book written by Edwin Vincent O'Hara and published in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the early Catholic Church in Oregon, from its beginnings in the 1830s to the early 1900s. It covers the establishment of the first Catholic missions in Oregon, the arrival of the first Catholic priests and nuns, and the growth of the Catholic Church in the state.The book also includes biographical sketches of prominent Catholic figures in Oregon, including Bishop Francis Blanchet and Archbishop Alexander Christie. It describes the challenges and struggles faced by the Catholic Church in Oregon, including conflicts with other religious groups and the difficulties of serving a widely dispersed population in a frontier state.Overall, Pioneer Catholic History of Oregon is a comprehensive and informative account of the early history of the Catholic Church in Oregon, providing valuable insights into the religious and cultural landscape of the state during this period.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.