Elias Davidson Pierce 1824-1897
A prospector and trader who discovered gold on the Clearwater River in 1860, sparking the Idaho gold rush. The town of Pierce, Idaho, was established and named in his honor.
Biographical Overview
- Lived from 1824 to 1897
- Born: Jan 1, 1824, Monaghan, Ireland
- Died: Jan 1, 1897, Indiana
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Last updated: 2026-09-29