Alpine County Points of Interest
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22 October 2022
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Diamond Valley Road
Snowshoe Thomson
This marks the home of John Albert Thomson (Snowshoe Thomson), great pioneer of the Sierra and hero of the mountains, who for twenty winters carried the mail over deep snow of the mountains on his long skiis [sic], giving help to those in need along the way. Born in Norway in 1827 - died here may 15, 1876.
Reverentially dedicated June 23, 1956
By the Society of E Clampus Vitus, James W. Marshall Post No. 49 officiating.
Rededicated 8-20-83
Snowshoe Thomson Chapter No. 1827
The two markers to the left of this marker are Snowshoe Thompson Home and Snowshoe Thompson.
Other sites dedicated to Snowshoe Thomson include Snowshoe Thom(p)son in Carson Pass, Snowshoe Thompson mural in Placerville, Snowshoe Thompson at Boreal Ridge, Snowshoe Thompson Gravesite in Genoa, Snowshoe Thompson Clamper Marker in Genoa, and Snowshoe Thompson Statue in Genoa.