Montgomery, John, approximately 1817-
Variant namesBorn in Scotland; emigrated to Oregon Territory (later Washington Territory) in 1838; employed by Hudson's Bay Company at Fort Nisqually, Wash., in 1851; when Indian Wars broke out in 1855, offered his barn as storehouse for military supplies. This became known as Camp Montgomery and became a post of some importance in Pierce County, Wash.
From the description of John Montgomery papers, 1850-1875. (Washington State Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 172785864
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| creatorOf | Montgomery, John, b. ca. 1817. John Montgomery papers, 1850-1875. | Washington State Historical Society |
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Birth 1817
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