Ezra Meeker

He embodied the spirit of the American West. As a pioneer, entrepreneur, and tireless advocate for history, he became famous for his repeated journeys along the Oregon Trail, which he undertook even at an advanced age. He commemorated the stories of the pioneers and became a symbol of resilience and determination. His journeys by ox-drawn wagon and, later, his flight in an airplane attracted attention—a striking combination of the pioneering past and the modern age.