Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon

1868

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Did you know that Palo Duro Canyon in Texas is the second largest canyon in the United States? Of course you didn't! Who pays attention to #2?

The granddaddy of all canyons, in the US or anywhere else, is the Grand Canyon in Arizona. It's nothing less than ginormous.

Here's a shot of me and my boys on a recent visit (we left mom at home for some R&R).

But just when did the Grand Canyon receive its exalted title?

The FirstMention I've found dates back to August 22, 1868 (or more precisely, Saturday Morning, August 22, 1868), as published, aptly enough, in The Weekly Arizona Miner.

Professor Powell, of course, is none other than famed geologist and explorer, (and very grizzled human being) John Wesely Powell.

You can see the full front page of The Weekly Arizona Miner with just a click...the Grand Canyon mention is near the bottom of the right-hand column.

The Grand Canyon is one of the most amazing natural wonders in the world. Taking your family on vacation to the Grand Canyon could be a great getaway and you can enjoy wonderful Grand Canyon lodging accommodations as well as check out the new Grand Canyon skywalk.

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