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Alfred H. Brooks

Geologis (1871-1924) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 53

Alfred Hulse Brooks was an American geologist who served as chief geologist for Alaska for the United States Geological Survey from 1903 to 1924. He is credited with discovering that the biggest mountain range in Arctic Alaska, now called the Brooks Range, was separate from the Rocky Mountains.

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Charles P. Daly Medal1913
Alaska Mining Hall of Fame

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He also took many photographs of local communities. A collection of the images is held at Yale University.

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1871 to 1924 · aged 53