Charles Wyville Thomson

Sir Charles Wyville Thomson FRSE FRS FLS FGS FZS (1830–1882) was a Scottish natural historian and marine zoologist. He served as the chief scientist on the Challenger expedition.

Read more about Charles Wyville Thomson:  Career, Interests, Challenger Expedition, Aftermath

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