The Voyage of the Tonquin and the Fateful Expedition

**The Voyage of the Tonquin and the Fateful Expedition** tells the story of one of the most tragic and significant events in American history: the voyage of the Tonquin to the Pacific Northwest in 1810. The ship’s mission was to establish a fur trading post at the mouth of the Columbia River, but the expedition ended in disaster when the Tonquin was attacked and destroyed by Native Americans at Clayoquot Sound in 1811. Only a handful of the crew survived the massacre.

This book examines the causes of the disaster and explores the impact of the ship’s loss on the Pacific Northwest. It also includes a detailed account of the search for the Tonquin’s wreck and the identification of the victims.

The Tonquin’s story is a fascinating and tragic tale that sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history. It is a story that deserves to be told and retold for generations to come.

**In this book, you will learn about:**

* The Tonquin’s voyage from New York to the Pacific Northwest
* The crew of the Tonquin and their mission
* The attack on the Tonquin at Clayoquot Sound
* The survivors of the massacre
* The search for the Tonquin’s wreck
* The identification of the victims
* The impact of the Tonquin’s loss on the Pacific Northwest

**This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, the Pacific Northwest, or the history of exploration.**

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Publisher ‏: ‎ PageBook24.com (January 13, 2025)
Language : ‎ English
Dimensions ‏: ‎ 6 x 9 inches
Pages ‏: ‎ 133 pages

Pasquale De Marco stands as a prolific author whose literary prowess knows no bounds. With a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, he has made a name for himself as a versatile writer with the extraordinary ability to captivate readers across diverse literary landscapes. His journey as an author is marked by an insatiable curiosity, a love for the written word, and a relentless commitment to sharing knowledge and experiences with the world.

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