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Hazard Stevens
(1842 - 1918)
American military officer, mountaineer, politician and writer
American military officer
mountaineer
politician and writer
American Civil War veteran and mountaineer who made the first recorded ascent of Mount Rainier, later serving as a politician and writer.
Hazard Stevens served with distinction as a Union Army officer during the American Civil War, earning the Medal of Honor for bravery. In 1870, he and his father completed the first documented ascent of Mount Rainier, opening a new era in American mountaineering. After his military career, Stevens practiced law and entered politics, serving as a legislator in Washington Territory. He authored books and articles on exploration and military history, sharing his experiences. His diverse career bridged adventure, public service, and scholarship. Stevens remained an advocate for conservation and mountaineering until his death in 1918. His accomplishments left a lasting mark on both American history and outdoor exploration.
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Hazard Stevens