3 mars 1891 - Forest Reserve Act
Description:
The Forest Reserve Act of 1891 is a law that allowed the U.S. President to set aside lands as national forests. The law preserves water resources until forested lands can be opened for settlement and exploitation, but is part of a growing conservation movement to preserve natural resources for future generations.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
3 mars 1891
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 134 ans