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Developed the hierarchical classification system
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Proposed that warm-blooded organisms all came from a single form. Also is Charles Darwin's grandfather.
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His father gave permission for him to join the adventures aboard "The Beagle"
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Was hired aboard the ship "The Beagle" as the naturalist. Left England on board the ship
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The ship he was sailing on ("The Beagle") reached the Galapagos Island, and Darwin began his study. He spent a total of 5 years here.
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Co-published a book with Charles Darwin
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Published his book "The Origins of Species by Means of Natural Selection" All initial copies made sold out on the first day.
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Debated/ discussed Darwin's Theory of Evolution.
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Experimented with pea plants, and developed Mendal's Law, and created some basic genetic ideas.
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Formed the initial theory of evolution known as "The theory of transmutation of species."
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Signed a law that prohibited the teaching of Evolution in public schools
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An infamous trial held in Dayton, TN due to John Scopes violating the law banning the teaching of evolution.
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In the encyclical Humani Generis he challenged Roman Catholic Faith proving evolution didn't conflict with Christianity.
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The Supreme Court ruled that teaching evolution was not based on science but a reading of the "Genesis"
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The court concludes that school boards are allowed to ban teaching evolution because of religious advocacy.