Charles Darwin  1809 - 1882

Charles Robert Darwin was an English naturalist, geologist and biologist, best known for his contributions to the science of evolution. His proposition that all species of life have descended over time from common ancestors is now widely accepted, and considered a foundational concept in science. Born: Charles Robert Darwin, February 12, 1809, The Mount, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England. Died: April 19, 1882, Down House, Downe, Kent, England - Resting place:Westminster Abbey