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Pike's Peak and Colorado History from Uncle Rays Corner
Uncle Ray surveys Colorado and Utah focusing on Pike's Peak and early exploration. He notes Zebulon Pike's ascent attempts, the Royal Gorge, and Long's expedition that yielded Long's Peak. The piece blends geography lessons with a travelogue and invites readers to request a leaflet.
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Uncle Ray
Colorado
Utah
Pike's Peak
Zebulon Pike
Pike
Blue Mountain
Grand Peak
Royal Gorge
Pittsburgh
Stephen Long
Ohio River
Missouri
Rockies
Edward James
Pike’s Peak
Long
Long’s Peak
William Byers
Rocky Mountain News