Verplanck Colvin | |
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Born | Albany, New York, US | January 4, 1847
Died | May 28, 1920 Troy, New York, US | (aged 73)
Occupation(s) | Author Topographical Engineer |
Known for | Surveys of the Adirondack Mountains |
Verplanck Colvin (January 4, 1847 – May 28, 1920) was a lawyer, author, illustrator and topographical engineer whose understanding and appreciation for the environment of the Adirondack Mountains led to the creation of New York's Forest Preserve and the Adirondack Park.