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Alexander Ross diary

 Collection
Identifier: SC-31

Abstract

Alexander Ross (1783-1856) was a Scottish-born Canadian fur trader and pioneer. He was head of a Hudson's Bay Company expedition, 1824-1825. in the Snake River country. In 1825 he settled in the Red River district. This collection consists of a typescript copy of a portion of his diary (March 11-April 22, 1824) documenting part of a fur trapping and trading expedition in what is now northwest Montana.

Dates

  • Creation: 1824.

Extent

.1 linear feet (.1 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

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Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Montana Historical Society, Research Center Archives Repository

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Helena MT 59620-1201 United States
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