About George G. Anderson
Lived 1839 – 1884 (aged 44–45). George G. Anderson was an American mountaineer.
George G. Anderson (1839 – May 8, 1884) was a Scottish mountaineer who is best known for making the first ascent to the summit of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park in California, United States on October 12, 1875.
His one-room log cabin, originally located at what is now Foresta just west of Yosemite Valley, was moved to the Pioneer Yosemite History Center in Wawona where it continues to be preserved.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George G. Anderson?
American mountain climber
When was George G. Anderson born?
George G. Anderson was born in 1839 in Montrose.
When did George G. Anderson die?
George G. Anderson died on 8 May 1884 in Yosemite National Park.
What was George G. Anderson's occupation?
George G. Anderson was a mountaineer.
What nationality was George G. Anderson?
George G. Anderson was American.
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