Hayden’s Hallowed Expedition

Tracking back 150 years ago, the Hayden Survey had humble beginnings, starting with the unpromising early life of its leader. Ferdinand Vandeveer Hayden was born into an unstable family and was most likely illegitimate. His father was an alcoholic, and his early years were lived in relative poverty. He got his first lucky break when his mother sent him to live with relatives in Ohio. Here, he had a supportive aunt and uncle who provided guidance and encouraged his education. He also was intro