Major Wesley Powell and Party
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brwhiz
N 41° 31.390 W 109° 28.272
12T E 627554 N 4597964
This Historical Marker is located near the center of Island Park on Expedition Island in Green River, Wyoming.
Waymark Code: WMFCBH
Location: Wyoming, United States
Date Posted: 09/27/2012
Views: 10
Marking the Spot from Which
Major Wesley Powell
And Party
Departed May 24, 1869,
To make first exploration of
Green and Colorado Rivers,
arriving mouth of
Grand Canyon Aug. 29, 1869.
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Plaque placed by
The Historical Landmark Commission
of Wyoming
1949
Marker Name: Major Wesley Powell and Party
Marker Type: City
Group Responsible for Placement: Historical Landmark Commission of Wyoming
Date Dedicated: 1949
Marker Number: SW0002.92
Addtional Information: Not listed
Web link(s) for additional information: Not listed
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