ANSWER:
The capital of Oregon is Salem. Salem as a city was founded in '1842' and became the 'capital of Oregon' in 1851.
Step-by-step explanation:
- Salem is the 'second largest city' in Oregon after 'Portland'. Salem has a small population as compared to other cities of United States.
- The city has Mediterranean type of climate with rain in winter and dry summers.
- The city is governed by a council-manager government model. Salem is a major food processing center of Oregon and also serves as a hub for farming communities.