A man in a hat, probably from the geological survey, stands and faces the Vermilion Cliffs, sandstone formations in Coconino County, Arizona. Shows wagon ruts and footprints in the clay soil on a hill near Jacobs Pool.
Description
1 photographic print on stereo card : albumen, stereograph ; 10 x 18 cm. (4 x 7 in.)
Is Part Of
Geographical and geological explorations and surveys west of the 100th meridian, 1871-1874 (Wheeler).
Subject
Coconino County (Ariz.)--19th century; Vermilion Cliffs (Utah and Ariz.)--19th century; Canyons--Arizona--Coconino County--19th century; Cliffs--Arizona--Coconino County--19th century; Expeditions & surveys--Arizona--Coconino County--19th century; Geographical Surveys West of the 100th Meridian (U.S.)
Format-Medium
Photograph
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR711007314
Notes
"Expedition of 1872, 1st Lieut. Geo. M. Wheeler, Corps of Engineers, Commanding." printed on stereo card.; Descriptive information printed on label on verso reads: "Near Jacob's Pool, in northern Arizona. The cliff in the background is 1,500 feet high, the steep part being of red Triassic sandstone, and the base of soft clay, which shows in the foreground. In this spot is one of the homes of John D. Lee, whose name has been connected with the Mountain Meadow massacre."; Stamp on verso shows eagle logo and reads: "War Department, Corps of Engineers, U.S. Army. Geographical and Geological Explorations and Surveys West of the 100th Meridian."; Title "F. 40." and attribution printed on label on verso.; R7110073145
We Invite Your Comments
See an error or omission? Spot a person or place that's unidentified? Send an email to whgclerks using the domain denverlibrary.org. Be sure to include as much detail as possible, including the source of your information so we can respond properly. Thanks!
