Yellowstone National Park History | Daily Bellringer

Yellowstone History: Yellowstone, America's first national park, has a long and almost mythical history. With geysers and an abundance of wildlife this park has become an American icon. Questions below:

1. What president designated Yellowstone as a national park?
2. What stopped Raynolds and Hayden's expedition in 1859?
3. Who was placed in control of Yellowstone in 1886?
4. Many of the first park rangers in Yellowstone were veterans of what war?
5. Why do you believe it is important to preserve and protect areas such as Yellowstone?

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[bryceowenidaho]

Love it! Hope you were able to see Grand Teton National Park as well!

[dianaapplegate]

I had no idea the first park "rangers" were military! Love the shot of the buffalo standing in the road :)