John James Abert
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John James Abert was an American soldier. He headed the Corps of Topographical Engineers for 32 years, during which time he organized the mapping of the American West.
Grave of Abert at Rock Creek Cemetery
Lake Abert
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Lake Abert is a large, shallow, alkali lake in Lake County, Oregon, United States. It is approximately 15 mi long and 7 mi wide at its widest point. It is located 3 mi northeast of the small, unincorp
John James Abert
…example which the proudest soldier would not be ashamed to follow." Abert is the namesake of Lake Albert in South Dakota. Captain John C. Fremont named Lake Abert and Abert Rim in his honor when his 1843 expedition passed through southern Oregon. The Abert's squirrel was also named after him. Abert's children…
East shore of Lake Abert
Interpretive sign describing Lake Chewaucan
Lake Abert beyond Abert Rim
Lake Abert seen from space