Francis Galton
British eugenist, polymath, and behavioural geneticist (1822–1911)
1822 — 1911
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Profession
British eugenist, polymath, and behavioural geneticist (1822–1911)
Born
February 16, 1822
Died
1911 (age ~89)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
photographer, writer, mathematician
United Kingdom of Great Britain and IrelandBorn in SparkbrookDied in Grayshott
1822
Born in Sparkbrook (1822-02-16)
1836
EducationStudied at King Edward's School (1836–1838)
1839
EducationStudied at King's College London (1839–1840)
1840
EducationStudied at Trinity College (1840–1843)
1850
AwardFellow of the Royal Geographical Society
1853
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Sir Francis Galton was an English polymath and the originator of eugenics during the Victorian era; his ideas later became the basis of behavioural genetics.
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Who is Francis Galton?+
Sir Francis Galton was an English polymath and the originator of eugenics during the Victorian era; his ideas later became the basis of behavioural genetics.
What does the name Francis mean?+
The name Francis means "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From French(man) (from France). Franz.". It is of French origin.
When was Francis Galton born?+
Francis Galton was born on February 16, 1822.
When did Francis Galton die?+
Francis Galton died in 1911, at approximately 89 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From French(man) (from France). Franz.
The name Francis is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From French(man) (from France). Franz.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Francis — February 16, 1822
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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