Joseph Dalton Hooker
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Joseph Dalton Hooker
SIR JOSEPH DALTON HOOKER Botanist and traveller, President of the Royal Society. Date: 1817 - 1911
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1817 Botanist Dalton Hooker Traveller
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1. Title: "Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker: Botanical Explorer and President of the Royal Society" Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911) was a renowned British botanist, explorer, and the Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. Born on August 30, 1817, in Halesworth, Suffolk, Hooker's passion for botany was ignited at a young age, and he went on to make significant contributions to the field throughout his distinguished career. In 1839, Hooker embarked on his first major expedition to the Himalayas, accompanied by Sir Charles Darwin. During this journey, Hooker collected over 1,500 plant species, many of which were new to science. His discoveries greatly expanded the known botanical diversity of the region and laid the groundwork for future explorations. Hooker's expertise in botany led to his appointment as the Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew in 1865. In this role, he oversaw the expansion of the gardens and the publication of numerous botanical works, including the influential "Flora Indica." Hooker's achievements did not go unrecognized. In 1847, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, and in 1873, he was knighted for his services to botany. In 1873, he also became the President of the Royal Society, a position he held until 1878. This photograph captures Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker in later life, with his distinguished white beard and piercing gaze. The image is a testament to his enduring legacy as a pioneering botanist, explorer, and leader in the scientific community. Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker's explorations and discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the natural world, and his contributions to botany remain a source of inspiration for generations of scientists and plant enthusiasts. This image is a historical record and is not for commercial use. It is available through Mary Evans Picture Library.
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