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John Colter is significant in American history as one of the first mountain men and explorers of the American West. His expeditions in the early 1800s, particularly his exploration of what is now Yellowstone National Park, provided some of the earliest European accounts of the region's unique geothermal features and wildlife. Colter's experiences contributed to the expansion of knowledge about the American frontier and inspired later exploration and settlement. Additionally, his life exemplifies the spirit of adventure and resilience during the westward expansion era.

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