William Jackson Palmer (September 17, 1836 – March 13, 1909) was an American civil engineer, soldier, industrialist, and philanthropist.
Read more about William Jackson Palmer: Overview, Childhood, Education in Railroad Engineering, American Civil War, Benefactor of Hampton University, Building The Western Railroads, Colorado, Glen Eyrie, Retirement, Legacy, Medal of Honor Citation
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