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The Crucial Role of Land Surveying and Map Making in the Oregon Treaty
The Oregon Treaty of June 15, 1846, stands as a monumental testament to the power of precise surveying and detailed cartography in shaping the world's political landscapes. This agreement not only quelled longstanding territorial disputes between Great Britain and the United States but also defined the borders of what would become the states of Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. This critical juncture in American history