John Lloyd Stephens
American explorer, writer, and diplomat (1805–1852) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John Lloyd Stephens (November 28, 1805 – October 13, 1852) was an American explorer, writer, and diplomat. He was a pivotal figure in the rediscovery of Maya civilization throughout Middle America and in the planning of the Panama railroad.
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Born | (1805-11-28)November 28, 1805 |
Died | October 13, 1852(1852-10-13) (aged 46) New York City, New York, US |
Resting place | New York City Marble Cemetery |
Alma mater | Columbia College Litchfield Law School |
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Known for | Exploration of Mexico and Central America, including descriptions of Maya sites |
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Institutions | Panama Railroad Company |
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