Clarence King : [collection] : 1861-1881.

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Clarence King : [collection] : 1861-1881.

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Contains roll #3 of: Records of the geological exploration of the fortieth parallel ("King survey"), 1867-81. Roll 3 contains: Copies of letter and reports sent to the Chief of Engineers, March 28, 1867, to January 18, 1879.

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

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King, Clarence, 1842-1901

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Clarence Rivers King (1842-1901) was a geologist, mining engineer, and writer. He graduated from Yale Scientific School in 1862, journeyed West, and joined the California Geological Survey as volunteers. From 1867-1877, King directed the geological and scientific survey of the Fortieth Parallel from eastern Colorado to the California border. The next year he was made head of the newly established United States Geological Survey, a position he held until entering private practice as a mining engi...

United States Geological exploration of the Fortieth Parallel 1867 / 1881)

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The U.S. Geological Exploration of the Fortieth Parallel took place over five seasons, traveling through California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado to map its topography, and discover its resources during the years 1867 – 1881. Commissioned by Congress, and placed under the control of the United States Engineer Corps, geologist Clarence R. King, was selected as the leader of the exploration. King was entrusted with the first major effort to map the area in great detail. Assisting King in leading the...