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Charles Darwin's Birth
Charles Darwin was born on February 2nd, 1809, in Shrewsbury England. he had a rough childhood as his mother died when he was only eight, and his father never remarried. (Thomas 135) -
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Charles Darwin's Life
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Charles Darwin Begins School
In 1817, Charles Darwin attended a day school until 1818, once he was sent to a boarding school. Darwin's father enrolled Charles at the University of Endinburg when he was 16. after two years, Darwin dropped out because of the boring lectures and prepared for clergy and Cambridge University. he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1831. -
The Start of Darwin's Journey
After Graduation, Darwin was invited on a trip with a Cambridge Professor named Adam Sedgwick to Whales along with John Henslow. Darwin travled to Whales and it was on this journey where his true love for science came out. He learned that science "consists of grouping facts so that gener laws or conclusions may be drawn from them." -
The Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad was a secret road system in which slaves could escape their harsh owners. The Underground Railroad started in 1831 and lasted until the end of slavery. The secret roads usd by slaves was manned by people who felt as if the slaves should be free. The Underground Railroad was most popular around 1850/1860. (www.thepeoplehistory.com) -
HMS Beagle
Charles Darwin received a letter from Captain Robert FitzRoy of the HMS Beagle. Captain FitzRoy wanted Darwin to acompany him to a two year research expidition. Darwin's old prefessor insisited that he went on the voyage, but his father found it to be inapropriate due to his backround of clergy and not science. Darwin declined the invitation and respected his fathers wishes. Darwin told his uncle the story and persuaded Darwin's father to let Charles accompany Captain FitzRoy on his journey. -
The Adventure
What meant to be a two year expidition, ended up lasting five years. Darwin observed the different plants, animals, weather patterns, rocks, and fosiils that he encountered along the way. by the end of his trip, he had over 2,000 pages of notes and jurnal entries he had written. these entries would later become published books for many to see. -
The Golapagos Islands
While in the Golapagos Isliands, Charles Darwin made a remarkable discovery. He noticed that animals with superior traits are more likely to produce more offspring. Darwin said that the traits could be passed down to future generations therefore the species of a certain animal is always adapting to its inviroment. Darwin called this Natural Selection. -
Atlantic Steemboats
In 1838, steamboats started to cross the Atlantic Ocean. Before, steaboats were used for somewhat short distance traveling, whether it be luxury, travel, or trade. This opened up a whole new way of travel from continent to continent. (www.thepeoplehistory.com) -
Darwin's Marriage
in 1839, Charles Darwin married his first cousin, Emma Wedgwood. Emma and Charles had ten children together. Three of which died due to inheritances. Charles didnt have a job but instead spent most of his time on science. -
New York Times
On September 18, 1851, the first copy of the New York Times was published. The title was originally New York Daily Times and was presented every day of the week except sunday. This was a new way of presenting important news to the public. (www.thepeoplehistory.com) -
Darwin's Theory
In 1858, Darwin's theory of natural selection was explained in an essay sent to Asa Gray, and American botanist. The paper was presented at a Linnean Society meeting. Darwin then presented an abstract theory that was soon published for the world to see. (Thomas 140) -
The Origin of Species
On November 24, 1859, Charles Darwin published a book called "The Origin of Species". This book was an outline of his theory of natural selection. this book sold over 1,250 copies in book stores on its first day! Darwin went on to writing more books proving his theory. -
Abraham Lincoln
In the year 1860, Abraham Lincoln was elected president. Election time is always big with people and what made is term so significant is that he ended slavery. Slaves didnt have to be bought and sold and werent forced to do work. (www.thepeoplehistory.com) -
Storm Warnings
On February 6, 1861, the very first storm warnings went out to ships that were to encounter storms during their travels. Ships were now able to travel a least knowing what the conditions are if not ovoiding the bad weather. This helped save lives and changed the way ships comunicate with land forever. (www.thepeoplehistory.com) -
Swimming the Channel
On August 25, 1875, Matthew Webb swam across the English Channel. It took Matthew Webb about 22 hours to swim the entire way. He swam from England to France in 55 degree water. (http://timelines.ws) -
Charles Darwins's Death
Charles Darwin died on April 19, 1880 in Downe, Kent, England. he died of ill health on his country estate before he could continue his debating on his theory. Charles Darwin was burried in Westminister Abbey in London.
