(I) Images of distant and unknown places have inspired
explorers and public for a very long time. (II) The
photographs of Yellowstone were the reason why it was
selected as America's first national park in 1872.
(III) Photographer William Henry Jackson captured the
public's imagination and support by confirming the
existence of western landmarks in the park. (IV) Half a
century later photographer Ansel Adams began his long
career of delighting the public with his pictures of parks
that many people would never visit. (V) These landmarks
which were previously regarded as glorified myths made
it easier to attract attention