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Jane is born in London
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Jane loved Chimpanzees so she decided to bravely go to Tanzania to study them without any previous scientific knowledge
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While in the jungle, Jane made many discoveries about chimpanzees. One was that they eat meat especially from large animals. She also discovered that they use and make tools
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National Geographic posted her discoveries on their October edition of the magazine.
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A movie by National Geographic titled "Miss Goodall and the Wild Chimpanzees" is released
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A four year long war between chimpanzees happen in the fight for land and control. During this period, cannibalism is observed in the Chimpanzees.
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Jane Goodall founds the Jane Goodall Institute for the purpose of researching, conserving, and educating the public about chimpanzees
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Jane attends the first Understanding Chimpanzees conference in Chicago
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A group of students in Tanzania found the Roots and Shoots organization, focusing on how the youth can help to solve big issues
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The Jane Goodall Institute creates a sanctuary for chimpanzees in need
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A program on the education of rural populations on how to mindfully use the local natural resources
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UN Secretary General Kofi Annan names her a messenger of peace due to her work to create a better world through Roots and Shoots
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Roots and Shoots celebrates its 25th anniversary while the Jane Goodall Institute celebrates its 40th anniversary