Did Powell ever go on an expedition through the Grand Canyon?
No, never
Yes, in 1869
Yes, but in 1859
It is unknown
Answer
Yes, John Wesley Powell did go on an expedition through the Grand Canyon in 1869. He was a geologist and explorer who led a group of men down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. The expedition was a success, and Powell's maps and descriptions of the canyon helped to make it known to the outside world.
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