Hazard Stevens

American military officer and mountaineer

Hazard Stevens - American military officer and mountaineer
Born

June 9th, 1842
183 years ago

Died

1918
107 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

Links & References

Born in 1842, a military officer served in the United States Army. Participated in the American Civil War and achieved the rank of colonel. Engaged in significant mountaineering expeditions, including notable climbs in the Pacific Northwest. Active in politics post-military service, contributed to local government. Authored several works on outdoor adventures and mountaineering experiences.

Served as a colonel in the American Civil War

Climbed Mount Rainier in 1870

Authored 'The Mountaineers' in 1893

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