George C. Page, La Brea Tar Pits

Despite his financial success, he remained deeply interested in education, science, and public institutions.

George C. Page was an American entrepreneur, real-estate developer, and philanthropist whose name became permanently associated with one of the most famous paleontological sites in the world, the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles. Born in Fremont, Nebraska, in 1901, Page came from modest beginnings and moved to California as a teenager.

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What is a Joshua Tree

Joshua trees play a crucial role in the desert ecosystem

A Joshua tree (Yucca brevifolia – also known as yucca palm, tree yucca, and palm tree yucca) is a distinctive plant species native to the southwestern United States, primarily found in the Mojave Desert. It is known for its unique and striking appearance, characterized by its tall, branching stems topped with clusters of spiky, greenish-blue leaves.

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