Famous People

Zebulon Pike was an American general and explorer.  He won his fame by discovering Pike's Peak which was named for him.  He later explored the Mississippi.  He explored the southwest to get information about the land and resources.  His goal included a secret survey of the Spanish settlements in New Mexico.  Pike was born in Lamberton, New Jersey.

Tim Allen is a famous actor. He was born in Denver on June 13, 1953. His full name is Timothy Allen Dick. His father died in a collision with a drunk driver while driving Tim and his family home from a Colorado State University game.  

Horace Greeley was a prominent Amnion newspaper publisher. He founded and edited The New York Tribune. He was a leader in the antislavery movement, and his editorials played a very important part in molding public opinions. His writings and comments were often quoted.