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J Harlen Bretz

American geologist who discovered the Missoula Floods (1882-1981)

  • Fame43.1
  • Momentum0.0
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Lived 1882–1981, aged 99United States
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    9 languages
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  • Era
    1882–1981
    Aged 99
  • Awards
    1
    recognised work
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Updated 2026-08-05

J Harlen Bretz was an American geologist, best known for his research that led to the acceptance of the Missoula Floods and for his work on caves.

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