How long did Burt serve as a deputy U.S. surveyor?
20 years
30 years
40 years
50 years
Answer
Burt served as a deputy U.S. surveyor for 20 years, from 1820 to 1840. He was responsible for surveying the land in the Northwest Territory, which at the time included parts of what are now the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Burt's work helped to establish the boundaries of these states and to open up the land for settlement.
Unveiling the Innovator: The Life and Legacy of William Austin Burt
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox