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John Wesley Powell (March 24, 1834 – September 23, 1902) was an American geologist, U.S. Army soldier, explorer of the American West, professor at Illinois Wesleyan University, and director of major scientific and cultural institutions.
John Wesley Powell (born March 24, 1834, Mount Morris, New York, U.S.—died September 23, 1902, Haven, Maine) was an American explorer, geologist, and ethnologist, best known for his exploration of the upper portion of the Colorado River and the Grand Canyon.
Dec 26, 2018 · In 1869 and 1871, John Wesley Powell led two expeditions from Wyoming Territory down the Green and Colorado rivers. These and other explorations brought him to a profound understanding of how the West’s aridity limits its economic prospects.
John Wesley Powell was a renowned explorer, geologist, geographer, and ethnologist who led the USGS from 1881 to 1894. He advocated for scientific mapping, conservation, and watershed planning in the West, and published influential works on the arid regions and Native Americans.
Learn about the life and achievements of John Wesley Powell, a Civil War veteran, geologist, and explorer of the Grand Canyon. Read his story, see his photos, and explore his legacy at the USGS website.
In May 1869, accompanied by nine men, the scientific explorer John Wesley Powell left Green River City on the first expedition by boat through the Grand Canyon.
Jan 4, 2014 · It was the start of one of the greatest journeys of exploration in American history, one that owed everything to the energy, ambition and towering curiosity of US Civil War veteran John Wesley...
