Question

Why was the Washington territory created?

Answer 1

The primary reason for establishing the new territory was that the distance to the Capital of Oregon Territory (Oregon City) was too far away to represent the citizens In what is now Washington. On August 29, 1851 the settlers met at Cowlitz Landing Where did discuss drafting a constitution.

Answer 2

The primary reason for establishing the new territory was that the distance to the capital of Oregon Territory (Oregon City) was too far away to represent the citizens in what is now Washington. On August 29, 1851 the settlers met at Cowlitz Landing where they discussed drafting a constitution.