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Birth
Charles Darwin is born! -
leaves Shrewsbury school.
His father takes him away early from Shrewsbury School -
Darwin sets off on HMS Beagle
Darwin sets off for a long, 5 year journey. The Galapagos, the Pacific Islands, and South America were of particular interest to Darwin and he would be able to observe the creatures of the marin world more closely. -
Darwin reveals his theory of natural selection
Charles Darwin introduces his theory of natural selection to the world. -
Publishes Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle.
Voyage of the BeagleCharles Darwin publishes his 3rd book -
Darwin publishes his first book on the theory of evolution
Darwin publishes his first book on the theory of evolution titled On the origin of species -
Seriously Ill
While he is ill he consults doctors about his condition (medical men) -
Publishes the Descent of Man
He publishes the Descent of Man, and selection in Relation to Sex -
Publishes Insectivorous Plants
Published another book -
Awarded honorary LLD Award
Charles Darwin is awarded the honorary LLD award from Cambridge University
