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Delia Akeley, commonly know by her nickname Mickie, was an American explorer who often traveled with her husband, Carl Akeley. Her adventures in the African Savannah, interaction with indigenous tribes and treatment of the local wildlife reflect many imperialistic and western ideologies. By looking at theses values and Mickie’s journey though Africa we can see how they shaped her response to environmental change and crisis related to the conservation movement.