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Boise, the capital of Idaho and the largest city in the state, is the commercial, financial, and
cultural center of the northern Rockies region. Known as the "City of Trees," Boise is among the
fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. At the same time, the city has maintained a
high quality of life through cooperation between business, government, and citizens. An easy
blending of historic structures and modern buildings in the downtown district attests to the
fact that Boise remains close to its Western heritage while moving with the times. Noted for its
mild climate, clean environment, and friendly people, Boise is set in a fertile agricultural area
called "Treasure Valley."
Boise, Idaho History:
In 1834 Fort Boise, owned by the Hudson Bay Company, was established by British fur traders.
The fort, now known as Old Fort Boise, was located at the mouth of the Boise River, 40 miles
from present day Boise. In 1854, due to frequent Indian raids, the fort was abandoned. Despite
this, the military desired to build another fort in the area, but, before this plan could go
into effect, gold was discovered in the Boise Basin in 1862. It was now necessary, more than
ever, to protect the vast number of travelers coming to the area.
On July 4th, 1863, the military chose a location for the new Fort Boise and construction
began soon afterward. A town site was located next to the fort, and with the protection of
the military, the town grew quickly. A major reason for this growth, other than the gold
rush, was its location along the Oregon Trail.
The Oregon Trail was a thoroughfare for thousands of travelers heading for the Oregon
Territory. Of all the western roads, the Oregon Trail was the longest at 2,020 miles. It
began in Independence, Missouri and ended at Oregon City, Oregon. Its route in Idaho
began at the Idaho-Wyoming border, crossed through Bear Valley, turned north toward Fort
Hall and then followed the Snake River until it reached the Boise River. It followed the
south side of the river winding through what is now the southern part of Boise. To this
day, wheel ruts can still be seen along various spots of its path.
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