“The purpose of conservation: The greatest good to the greatest number of people for the longest time.”
Quote by Gifford Pinchot
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Gifford Pinchot
Gifford Pinchot was a prominent American forester, conservationist, and the first Chief of the United States Forest Service. He served as the Governor of Pennsylvania from 1911 to 1915. Pinchot was a leading advocate for scientific forestry and played a crucial role in the development of the modern forestry profession. more
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