This Day In History

On March 1, 1872, President Ulysses Grant signed a law designating Yellowstone National Park as the country’s, and the world’s, first national park. I do not intend to itemize how Yellowstone is an amazing, unparalleled jewel in America’s park system. But after experiencing it for myself a few years ago, I truly can confirm that it is something every person should see at least once. The natural gifts contained in that park have to be seen to be believed, and while you will feel small at times viewing the grandeur of its vistas, you will come away stronger and more proud seeing an example of the gifts we have in our country.