Seattle shipbuilder donated 2,700 acres to create Washington’s Moran State Park
Robert Moran established a thriving shipbuilding enterprise before shifting his focus to cultivate a serene habitat on Orcas Island. Upon receiving a terminal diagnosis, he chose to embrace the beauty of nature and safeguard the area. He generously donated land for what would become Moran State Park, a gift that would enhance public enjoyment, especially during the Great Depression. His legacy…
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