Vancouver, Washington was founded in 1825 by American fur trader, Dr. John McLoughlin, who established a trading post on the north bank of the Columbia River. The city was named after British explorer George Vancouver.
Throughout the 19th century, Vancouver served as a hub for transportation and trade, with the arrival of the transcontinental railroad in 1883 and the building of the Bonneville Dam in the 1930s. In the latter half of the 20th century, Vancouver experienced rapid growth and urbanization, becoming a major city in the Portland metropolitan area.
Today, Vancouver is known for its diverse economy, cultural attractions, and proximity to outdoor recreational opportunities.
Throughout the 19th century, Vancouver served as a hub for transportation and trade, with the arrival of the transcontinental railroad in 1883 and the building of the Bonneville Dam in the 1930s. In the latter half of the 20th century, Vancouver experienced rapid growth and urbanization, becoming a major city in the Portland metropolitan area.
Today, Vancouver is known for its diverse economy, cultural attractions, and proximity to outdoor recreational opportunities.