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    Willis L. Moore: Pioneering Weather Bureaus Legacy
    Willis L. Moore: Pioneering Weather Bureaus Legacy
    Willis L. Moore: Pioneering Weather Bureaus Legacy

    Willis L. Moore: Pioneering Weather Bureaus Legacy

    $19.95

    This photograph features Willis L. Moore, who served as the chief of the Weather Bureau from 1895 to 1913. His tenure was marked by significant advancements in meteorology and the establishment of more systematic weather forecasting practices. Moore played a crucial role in promoting the importance of weather services to agriculture, shipping, and the general public, thereby enhancing safety and efficiency in various sectors affected by weather conditions.

    Moore was also influential in the establishment of the modern meteorological community in the United States. He advocated for better technology and training for meteorologists, significantly improving the accuracy of weather predictions. Under his leadership, the Weather Bureau expanded its observational network, and public weather reports became more common, laying the groundwork for the advanced meteorological systems we rely on today.

    This image captures a moment in time when meteorology was beginning to evolve into a science that impacts daily life. Moores contributions helped transform public perception of weather forecasting from a mere curiosity to a vital service, illustrating the essential role of weather in societal development during the early 20th century.

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    Willis L. Moore: Pioneering Weather Bureaus Legacy

    Willis L. Moore: Pioneering Weather Bureaus Legacy

    8" x 10"
    $19.95
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