Part 1 of 3. William Jackson Palmer envisioned, built and endowed towns, railways, mills, and cultural institutions that mark the landscapes of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Mexico. Those are Palmer's legacy and a living reminder of his role in opening the region's resources to industry, commerce, agriculture, and colonization. Although revered in his lifetime, he shunned publicity, leaving questions about his character, personality, influences, motives and relationships. The 2005 Pikes Peak [...]