02467cam a22003493u 4500 4978 UtSlPG 20260610133133.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F850.5 Eldredge, Zoeth Skinner, 1846-1915 The March of Portola and the Discovery of the Bay of San Francisco Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-01-01 Produced by David A. Schwan, and David Widger "The March of Portolá and the Discovery of the Bay of San Francisco" by Zoeth S. Eldredge is a historical account published in the early 20th century. This work dives into the significant yet often overlooked expedition led by Don Gaspar de Portolá that ultimately resulted in the discovery and colonization of the San Francisco Bay area. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the conditions and motivations behind the expedition, showcasing both the valor and challenges faced by the explorers. The opening of the book sets the stage for Portolá's journey, detailing the political climate of Spain and its interest in California amidst encroaching threats from other European powers. It introduces key figures involved in the expedition, including soldiers and priests, while emphasizing the military necessity behind the movement rather than solely missionary zeal. The narrative hints at the hardships endured by the expedition members as they journey up the California coast, facing disease and logistical challenges while seeking the elusive Monterey Bay. Additionally, it begins to outline the critical moments leading to their first sighting of San Francisco Bay, emphasizing the blend of exploration, survival, and human spirit integral to this account. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified California -- History California -- History -- To 1846 San Francisco Bay (Calif.) Portolá's Expedition, Calif., 1769-1770 Molera, E. J. (Eusebius Joseph), 1846?-1932 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4978 47017 47017