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Peter Wilhelm Lund

Danish scientist (1801-1880) · Denmark · On the map · Scientists · Died at 78

Peter Wilhelm Lund was a Danish-Brazilian paleontologist, zoologist, and archeologist. He spent most of his life working and living in Brazil. He is considered the father of Brazilian paleontology as well as archaeology.

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Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog1873
Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog
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Country
Denmark
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1801 to 1880 · aged 78