"Colonel Griffith's Observatory" - The History of the Griffith Observatory

Griffith Park, and the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles are the gift of Griffith J Griffith, a journalist turned gold speculator turned real estate developer, turned paranoid, attempted-wife-murderer.
Millions of people visit the park and the observatory every year, largely unaware of the dark history of their donor.
Featuring Mike Eberts, author of "Griffith Park: A Centennial History"
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[@martinlangford5967]

Born across the Atlantic, in Wales about 5 miles from where I live, Griffith J. Griffith was bilingual speaking Welsh as well as English. He returned to his home village of Bettws, near Bridgend, Glamorgan, for a visit at one time. Cut quite a dash with all his wealth.

[@coltsuperocean10]

...he may of liked a drink or two, but his legacy is legendary! Hats off to Griffith! He had a huge say in LA history. Hic

[@skywolf2012]

coltsuperocean10 I agree.

[@itrthho]

a bigot, wife abuser and attempting to murder his wife, Yes his legacy is legendary.

[@limeyprat]

I worked at Griffith for 5 years, we need to talk...

[@DanielHVuong]

Very interesting. Thanks for this!

[@garyschultz7768]

any one know where his house was located & if it is still standing ??? ...