Created in 1849, the Department of tlie Interior — America's 

 Department of Natural Resources — is concerned witli the nian- 

 afrenient, conservation, and development of the Nation's water. 

 fisli, wildlife, mineral, forest, and park and recreational re- 

 sources. It also lias major responsibilities for Indian and 

 Territorial affairs. 



As the Nation's principal conservation ajrency, tlie Depart- 

 ment works to assure that noni'enewable resources are developed 

 and used wisely, that park and recreational resources are con- 

 served for the future, and tliat renewable resources make their 

 full contribution to tlie progress, prosperity, and security of 

 the United States — now and in tlie future. 



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