John Muir's Role In Wildlife Conservation

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John Muir, a scottish man who moved to the United States, was a game changer for nature and had a major role in wildlife conservation. Well acquainted with theodore roosevelt, and an aspiring touch with nature made him the conservationist figure that we all know. Throughout his travels he got more in touch with his naturalistic side and made changes that still affect us to this day. Muir, born on April 21st, 1838 in Dunbar Scotland was born into a working family. They moved to Wisconsin when he was only 11 years old. With his brother he would explore the wisconsin countryside and enjoy the view. One can say this is where his enjoyment for nature came from. In 1867 he was in a work related accident and was left temporarily blinded, he left

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