John Lloyd Stephens (November 28, 1805 – October 13, 1852) was an American explorer, writer, and diplomat. He was a pivotal figure in the rediscovery of Maya civilization throughout Middle America. He was also a driving force behind the building of the Panama Canal Railway in the 1850s, which in turn was instrumental to the construction of the Panama Canal.
John Lloyd Stephens
explorer, writer, and diplomat
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American explorer, writer, and diplomat
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John Lloyd Stephens, American explorer, writer, and diplomat, known for american explorer, writer, and diplomat, was born on 1805-11-28.
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- John Lloyd Stephens was born on 1805-11-28 (American).
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- American explorer, writer, and diplomat
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- John Lloyd Stephens died on 1852-01-01.