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Lewis & Clark: Crossing the Bitter Root Mountains
by NoahBrooks Camping with the Nez PercesThe Expedition SubdividedCrossing the Bitter Root Mountains Disasters many kept pace with the unhappy explorers on their way…Tallest Mountains in the U.S. (14,000 Feet+)
Top of Page Source: Getty ImagesMountaineering is much more than scaling the highest peak and dreaming of the next trek you’re going to take. For many, it’s a lifelong dream to climb the highest…Highest Mountains Above 8,000 Meters
Are you a mountain enthusiast? Here's a quiz to test your knowledge on the world's 14 highest mountain peaks above 8,000 meters. From the Himalayas to the Karakoram, these peaks have captivated…Highest Mountain Peaks in the World (& Locations)
Photo Source: iStock Mountains have long been a source of awe and inspiration— the taller the better. In ancient times they were deemed to be the homes of gods. In recent years, they inspired the…Muir, John
(Encyclopedia) Muir, John, 1838–1914, American naturalist, b. Dunbar, Scotland, studied at the Univ. of Wisconsin. He came to the United States in 1849 and settled in California in 1868. In…Burnet, Thomas
(Encyclopedia) Burnet, Thomas, c.1635–1715, English cleric and scientist, b. Croft, in Yorkshire, England. He was educated at Northallerton and Cambridge. Following travels in Europe, Burnet…James Thomas ELLIOTT, Congress, AR (1823-1875)
ELLIOTT James Thomas , a Representative from Arkansas; born in Columbus, Monroe County, Ga., April 22, 1823; attended the common schools; studied law; was admitted to the bar in 1854 and…Catherine Dorris NORRELL, Congress, AR (1901-1981)
NORRELL Catherine Dorris , a Representative from Arkansas; born in Camden, Ouachita County, Ark., March 30, 1901; attended high school in Monticello, Ouachita Baptist College in Arkadelphia, and…Karkonosze
(Encyclopedia) Karkonosze: see Krkonoše, mountains.Riesengebirge
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