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In which year did Lewiston become the first capital of the Idaho Territory?

  • 1863

  • 1861

  • 1864

  • 1865

Answer

In March 1863, Lewiston became the first capital of the newly created Idaho Territory. However, its time as the capital was short-lived, as the capital was moved to Boise in December 1864.
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