Donner Summit week one of May 2019
May 13, 2019 09:14:44 #
May 13, 2019 10:17:26 #
RE wrote:
It had been a few years since we visited the Donner Summit, so it was time! Hope you enjoy the mini tour.
A fine series.
May 13, 2019 10:58:32 #
May 13, 2019 15:52:37 #
Mary Kelley
Loc: San Diego, CA
I've been there too but didn't see the plaque. You got some beautiful photos. Several books have been written about the tragic Donner group. One that I liked was "The Indifferent Stars Above" by Daniel James Brown (2009).
May 13, 2019 16:07:43 #
An excellent photo set and appreciate the history lesson. Mahalo for sharing.
May 13, 2019 19:02:32 #
May 13, 2019 19:03:15 #
Architect1776 wrote:
Nice set, I really liked the area, also flew my plane over it many times.
Thank you Architect1776, I would imagine the view from a plane would be quite interesting!
May 13, 2019 19:04:08 #
May 13, 2019 19:05:04 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
It is mind boggling to think about the early settlers crossing this rugged terrain by wagon train. While in Idaho recently, I saw areas of the Oregon Trail. None of these crossings was easy! I glad you included the plaque. It is quite an interesting story and you captured the area very well.
I agree Carol, they were far tougher than most are today...a hearty bunch for sure!
May 13, 2019 19:05:54 #
Sylvias wrote:
Very good and interesting set RE, especially enjoyed #1. 
Pleased you liked it Sylvia!
May 13, 2019 19:06:20 #
May 13, 2019 19:09:05 #
Dixiegirl wrote:
Looks very cold but also very beautiful, Rena. Excellent shots!
Thank you Donna, yes it can be treacherous in the Winter (Donner Party area), but the summers are lovely!
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