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Yellowstone National Park is established as the world's first national park.
In 1872, Yellowstone became the world's first national park, setting a precedent for conservation.
On March 1, 1872, the United States established Yellowstone National Park as the world's first national park. The act of Congress protected over two million acres of geothermal wonders, forests, and wildlife. Earlier exploration by the Washburn expedition and reports by geologist Ferdinand Hayden highlighted the region's uniqueness. Yellowstone's designation set a global precedent for conservation and public land management. It spurred the creation of national park systems in other countries. The park remains a symbol of wilderness preservation and environmental stewardship.
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