Crossing The Plains (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781024901313)

“Crossing The Plains” recounts the experiences of Decatur and Rush County emigrants as they journeyed to Oregon in 1852. This narrative offers a firsthand account of the challenges and adventures encountered during their overland trek. Chronicling the daily life, incidents, and pivotal moments of the journey, the authors, Origen Thomson and Sutherland McCoy, provide invaluable insights into the realities of westward expansion.

This historical account captures the spirit of the pioneers and their determination to forge a new life in the “far-off” Oregon. Readers gain a deeper understanding of the hardships and triumphs of those who traversed the plains in pursuit of their dreams, making it a compelling and enduring record of American history.

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