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John Bachman

American clergyman, social activist, ornithologist and botanist (1790 - 1874) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 84

John Bachman was an American Lutheran minister, social activist and naturalist who collaborated with John James Audubon to produce Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America and whose writings, particularly Unity of the Human Race, were influential in the development of the theory of evolution.

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Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

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He was married to the painter Maria Martin. Several species of animals are named in his honor.

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1790 to 1874 · aged 84