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Charles Darwin and On The Origin of Species

By psychi565
  • Charles Darwin is born

    Charles Darwin is born

    Born the fifth of six children to a wealthy doctor.
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    Charles Darwin sails on the HMS Beagle

    Charles Darwin sails aboard the nearly 5 year journey of the HMS Beagle. He observes geology and collects specimens for appraisal.
  • The HMS Beagle reaches the Galapagos Islands

    The HMS Beagle reaches the Galapagos Islands

    The archipeligo is sighted off the coast of Peru.
  • The HMS Beagle leaves the islands

    The HMS Beagle leaves the islands

    After surveying and collecting samples and food, the expedition leave the islands.
  • Darwin begins his essay on the theory of natural selection

    Darwin begins his essay on the theory of natural selection

    Darwin starts what he thought would be a short essay detailing his theory.
  • Origin of Species is publically sold

    Origin of Species is publically sold

    The book is so popular that the 1,250 copies printed almost sell out on the first day.
  • Charles Darwin's views are constantly attacked

    Charles Darwin's views are constantly attacked

    Even 10 years after it's publication, those against Darwin's theory are still vocal. The book was seen as incompatible with the majority view of the events in the bible being the only truth.
  • Darwin dies

    Darwin dies

    After many lifelong bouts with illness, Darwin dies at Down House. His works are still debated ferverently today.