"Charles Darwin" (1809 – 1882) British scientist, theory of evolution

Charles Darwin was born on February 12, 1809 in Shrewsbury, England. He was an English naturalist and geologist who is best known for his contributions to the science of evolution.

Darwin's grandfather was a wealthy physician, and his father was a successful financier. His mother died when he was eight, leaving him in the care of his older sister. He was educated at Shrewsbury School and later at Edinburgh University, where he studied medicine. After a few months, however, he decided that medicine was not for him, and he instead focused on geology and natural history. In 1831, Darwin

was invited to join a scientific expedition aboard the HMS Beagle, which was to survey the coasts of South America. During the voyage, Darwin made observations of the plants, animals, and geology of the region and collected specimens for study. He was particularly struck by the differences between the species of animals on the Galapagos Islands, which led him to formulate his theory of evolution by natural selection. Upon returning to England in 1836, Darwin published his findings in his
book, The Origin of Species. This work had a profound effect on the scientific community and sparked a heated debate about the implications of natural selection and the process of evolution. Despite the controversy, Darwin's theories became widely accepted, and he is now considered to be one of the most influential scientists in history.

Darwin spent the rest of his life developing his theories and writing other works, including The Descent of Man in 1871. He also did extensive research on plants and their evolution, which resulted in several books, including The Variation of Animals and Plants Under Domestication. Darwin died in 1882 at the age of 73, but his work continues to have a profound impact on the scientific community. His theories of evolution are still accepted today, and his work has been instrumental in shaping our understanding of the natural world. He is remembered as one of the most important scientists of all time and will continue to be a source of inspiration and admiration for generations to come.