James Hall (paleontologist)

James Hall (paleontologist)

James Hall (September 12, 1811 – August 7, 1898) was an American geologist and paleontologist. He was a noted authority on stratigraphy and had an influential role in the development of American paleontology.

Read more about James Hall (paleontologist):  Early Life, Later Years, Selected Bibliography, His Wife Sarah Aikin, Footnotes

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