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Historical Photographs: Clarence King at 37

c. 1879 Clarence King in polka dot tie at about the age of 37. King, the first Director of the U.S. Geological Survey, took the oath of office May 24, 1879 and resigned march 11, 1881. He was the second-youngest USGS Director. (U.S. Geological Survey Library) Download File (TIF) 5.2 MB

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