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National Parks, National Legacy
July 2008
The people of the United States own and protect a sprawling system of national parks, including seashores, trails, monuments, and battlefields. All American citizens are, in a sense, stewards of sites where history unfolded, where mountains soar, and where rivers run. They keep these parks for the future, and they treasure them today. As former President Franklin Delano Roosevelt said, “There is nothing so American as our national parks. The scenery and wildlife are native. The fundamental idea behind the parks is native. It is, in brief, that the country belongs to the people.” This edition of eJournalUSA presents glorious views of the national parks, the history of this vast system, and its mission of conservation and public access.
Inside This Publication
Photo Galleries
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Jewels in the Crown
Each of the U.S. national parks is unique – home to natural wonders or historical events which tell part of the story of a wondrous land and its people.
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U.S. World Heritage Sites
UNESCO World Heritage Sites include places of irreplaceable natural or cultural value. There are 20 in the United States, out of more than 875 worldwide.
Additional Resources
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Further Information
Books, articles, and Web sites
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National Park Service Slideshow
A slideshow by the National Park Service at nps.gov.