How long did Powell's famous expedition last?
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John Wesley Powell led a famous expedition down the Colorado River in 1869. The expedition lasted for three months, from May to August. The party traveled 1,000 miles through the Grand Canyon and the Colorado Plateau. The expedition was a major success and helped to open up the region to exploration.
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