Speech of Mr. Dix ... on the Resolution Giving the Twelve Months' Notice for the Termination of the Joint Occupancy of the Oregon Territory ... February 18 & 19 1846

<p>This is the full text of John Adams Dix's speech before Congress regarding the resolution to give the twelve months' notice for the termination of the joint occupancy of the Oregon Territory. Delivered on February 18th and 19th 1846 the speech presents a detailed argument for the United States' position on the Oregon question.</p> <p>Dix a prominent figure in American politics offers insights into the debates and considerations surrounding the expansion of the United States and its relationship with Great Britain. The speech provides valuable historical context for understanding the complex negotiations and political maneuvering that shaped the Oregon Territory's destiny. It stands as a testament to the diplomatic challenges of the era and the evolving concept of Manifest Destiny.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>