Thomas Henry Huxley
British biologist and comparative anatomist (1825–1895)
1825 — 1895
Quick Facts
Profession
British biologist and comparative anatomist (1825–1895)
Born
May 4, 1825
Died
1895 (age ~70)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
naturalist, photographer, writer
United Kingdom of Great Britain and IrelandBorn in EalingDied in Eastbourne
1825
Born in Ealing (1825-05-04)
1852
AwardRoyal Medal
1858
AwardCroonian Medal and Lecture
1858
AwardFellow of the Linnean Society of London
1868
PositionPresident of the Geological Society of London (1868–1870)
1872
Positionrector (1872–1875)
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Thomas Henry Huxley was an English biologist and anthropologist who specialised in comparative anatomy. He has become known as "Darwin's Bulldog" for his advocacy of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.
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Who is Thomas Henry Huxley?+
Thomas Henry Huxley was an English biologist and anthropologist who specialised in comparative anatomy. He has become known as "Darwin's Bulldog" for his advocacy of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.
What does the name Thomas mean?+
The name Thomas means "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is of French origin.
When was Thomas Henry Huxley born?+
Thomas Henry Huxley was born on May 4, 1825.
When did Thomas Henry Huxley die?+
Thomas Henry Huxley died in 1895, at approximately 70 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Θωμάς)
The name Thomas is of French origin, meaning "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Thomas — May 4, 1825
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Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
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Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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