The fur trade played a large role in shaping early North American economies and cultures. The North American fur trade was a key economic and cultural system linking Indigenous and European ...

As pivotal as David Thompson may have been for the Euro-American fur trade and explorers like David Douglas, "he's just a blip on the screen if you're any of the tribal fishermen," Nisbet says.

The fur trade influenced every aspect of life, from how Europeans related to the Indians, how and where settlements were built, to how our nation formed. Drawing on primary sources, including the ...

Of the mission of Saint Francois Xavier on the "Bay of Stinkards," or rather "Of stinking waters" / Father Allouez -- On the hunting of the Gaspesians / Father Chrestien LeClercq -- The hunting of ...

From the founding of the nation, individuals have had a profound impact on making the economic system what it is today.

OGDEN — A spring tradition for history buffs, modern-day mountain men and those curious about what life was like during the apex of the North American fur trade in the 19th century will return ...

From Fort Laurens to fur trade pelts, this new timeline explores Tuscarawas County’s past ahead of the America/Ohio250 celebration.

A period drama starring Game of Thrones' star Jason Momoa is available to watch on Netflix - but fans are pleading for a new ...

A Game of Thrones star led the cast of this western-style TV show and fans could not get enough of the 'thrill' it offered ...