Lynn Johnson Houze

(Author)

Park CountyPaperback, 20 June 2022

Park County
Qty
1
Turbo
Ships in 2 - 3 days
In Stock
Free Delivery
Cash on Delivery
15 Days
Free Returns
Secure Checkout
Buy More, Save More
Part of Series
Images of America
Print Length
128 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Date Published
20 Jun 2022
ISBN-10
1467107085
ISBN-13
9781467107082

Description

The Wyoming State Legislature approved the formation of Park County--named in honor of Yellowstone National Park--on February 15, 1909. Early fur traders such as John Colter and George Drouillard traversed the area in the early 1800s, opening trade with the indigenous Crow and Shoshone. In the middle of the 19th century, buffalo hunters, miners, ranchers, and homesteaders arrived and displaced the indigenous people in the area, establishing trading posts and the cowboy town of Meeteetse. The region's natural wonders inspired conservationists to lobby Congress to create Yellowstone National Park in 1872 and Shoshone National Forest in 1891. In the 1890s, Buffalo Bill Cody spearheaded an effort to irrigate arid lands and established productive farms and new towns such as Powell and Cody. The scenery and outdoor recreation opportunities lured many tourists to the area, including Ernest Hemingway and Amelia Earhart. From the mountain peaks to the river valleys, Park County offers insight into the extraordinary history of the American West.

Product Details

Authors:
Lynn Johnson HouzeJeremy M Johnston
Book Format:
Paperback
Country of Origin:
US
Date Published:
20 June 2022
Dimensions:
23.11 x 16 x 0.76 cm
ISBN-10:
1467107085
ISBN-13:
9781467107082
Language:
English
Pages:
128
Weight:
294.83 gm

Related Categories


Need Help?
+971 6 731 0280
support@gzb.ae

About UsContact UsPayment MethodsFAQsShipping PolicyRefund and ReturnTerms of UsePrivacy PolicyCookie Notice

VisaMastercardCash on Delivery

© 2024 White Lion General Trading LLC. All rights reserved.