Percival Baxter's Legacy: Creation of Baxter State Park in Maine
In 1930, former Maine governor Percival P. Baxter purchased nearly 6,000 acres around Mount Katahdin, dedicating over 30 years to establishing Baxter State Park. His goal was to preserve the land's natural beauty, prevent industrial development, and promote sustainable forestry. Since his death in 1969, the park has expanded to over 209,000 acres of wilderness through land trades and acquisitions.
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