Henry G. Ferguson
Henry G. Ferguson | |
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Henry G. Ferguson, circa 1950 | |
| Born | Henry Gardiner Ferguson January 21, 1882 |
| Died | November 29, 1966 (aged 84) |
| Nationality | American |
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| Spouse |
Alice Lowe
(m. 1914; died 1951) |
| Awards | Department of the Interior's "Distinguished Service Award" |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Geology |
Henry Gardiner Ferguson (January 21, 1882 – November 29, 1966) was an American geologist with the United States Geological Survey (USGS). He worked primarily in Nevada and was a pioneer in the geology of the central Great Basin, producing many publications, including multiple USGS geological maps of central Nevada. Ferguson was a lifelong friend and colleague of Levi Noble, a mentor to Ralph Roberts, and worked extensively with Siemon Muller. Along with his wife Alice Ferguson, he helped found the Moyaone Reserve community in Accokeek, Maryland.