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Women's diaries of the westward journey by Lillian Schlissel

Diaries of Women as they progressed the Journey to either California or Oregon. You rad about the fires the made, the Indians, river crossings and the amount of deaths . Very sad but also very intriguing.

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Lakenvelder | 9 other reviews | Mar 5, 2022 |

Women's Diaries of the Westward Journey by Lillian Schlissel

I enjoyed this book and have recommend it to others. The trials and suffering of these women is amazing. One stands in awe of the pioneers and my admiration grows as I consider my own pioneer ancestors.

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Pat_Gibson | 9 other reviews | May 28, 2017 |

Women's Diaries of the Westward Journey by Lillian Schlissel

This was just amazing. I don't know how they made it. I loved this book. 5 stars. A must read.

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CrystalW | 9 other reviews | Dec 15, 2015 |

Women's Diaries of the Westward Journey by Lillian Schlissel

This was just amazing. I don't know how they made it. I loved this book. 5 stars. A must read.

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CrystalW | 9 other reviews | Dec 15, 2015 |

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