Settlers were reluctant to settle in the area of Washington before 1846 primarily because it was owned by the Hudson Bay Company. The Hudson Bay Company had established a significant presence in the region, which made it less accessible for American settlers. Additionally, there were uncertainties about the territorial control and the future status of the area, but the corporate ownership by the Hudson Bay Company was a key factor deterring settlement.
Question Why were settlers reluctant to settle in the area of Washington before 1846? (1 point) Responses It had been reserved for the Pacific Northwest tribes. It had been reserved for the Pacific Northwest tribes. It was owned by the Hudson Bay Company. It was owned by the Hudson Bay Company. It was part of the French colonies. It was part of the French colonies. It wasn't certain that Washington would be part of the U.S
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