Ferdinand Vandeveer Hayden Scientist

Dr. Ferdinand Vandeveer Hayden (September 7, 1829 – December 22, 1887) was an American geologist noted for his pioneering surveying expeditions of the Rocky Mountains in the late 19th century. He was also a physician who served with the Union Army during the Civil War.

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Ferdinand Vandeveer Hayden
Birth dateSeptember 07, 1829
Birth place
Westfield Massachusetts
Nationality
United States
Date of deathDecember 22, 1887
Known for
Rocky Mountains

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