Description: (US Geologist Who Discovered a Profitable Uranium Deposit in Utah)
Charles Steen, a notable geologist, played a crucial role in Utah's mining sector. Despite facing setbacks, he unearthed the largest high-grade uranium ore deposit in the US, valued at $60 million, leading to a mining revolution in the 1950s. Steen's career was a mix of triumphs and hardships, culminating in bankruptcy from unsuccessful business endeavors. His impact on the mining industry remains a significant part of his legacy.