John Day

John Day can refer to several different topics, including people, places, and other entities. Below is a detailed exploration of the various meanings and notable instances of "John Day."

People

John Day (dramatist)

John Day (dramatist) (1574–1638) was an English playwright of the Elizabethan era. He is best known for his collaborations with other playwrights and his own works, such as The Isle of Gulls and The Parliament of Bees.

John Day (explorer)

John Day (explorer) was an early English explorer who was involved in the discovery of the New World. He is noted for his association with the Cabot voyages.

John Day (printer)

John Day (printer) (1522–1584) was a prominent English printer and publisher during the Tudor period. He is best known for printing the Book of Martyrs by John Foxe.

Places

John Day, Oregon

John Day, Oregon is a city located in Grant County, Oregon. It is named after the nearby John Day River, which was itself named after John Day (explorer).

John Day River

The John Day River is a major tributary of the Columbia River in northeastern Oregon. It is one of the longest free-flowing rivers in the contiguous United States.

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

The John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is a U.S. National Monument located in Oregon. It is known for its well-preserved layers of fossil plants and animals, which provide a detailed record of the Cenozoic Era.

Other Uses

John Day Dam

The John Day Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Columbia River in the northwestern United States. It is located between Oregon and Washington.

Related Pages

• Elizabethan era
• Cabot voyages
• Book of Martyrs
• Grant County, Oregon
• Columbia River
• Cenozoic Era
• National Monument

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