Edward Whitaker Gray

MD, Botanist, Royal Society (1748-1806)
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Summary

Edward Whitaker Gray was born on March 21, 1748[1], in London[2]. He died on December 27, 1806[3], in British Museum[4]. He worked as a botanist[5] and malacologist[6].

Key Facts

  • Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[7]
  • Employer: British Museum[8]
  • Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[9], Croonian Medal and Lecture[10]
  • Member of: Royal Society[11]
  • Sex or gender: male[12]
  • Given name: Edward[13]
  • Depicted by: Edward Whitaker Gray (1748–1806)[14]
  • Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[15]

FAQs

Where was Edward Whitaker Gray born?

Edward Whitaker Gray was born in London[2].

Where did Edward Whitaker Gray die?

Edward Whitaker Gray passed away in British Museum[4].

What did Edward Whitaker Gray do for work?

Edward Whitaker Gray worked as a botanist[5] and malacologist[6].

What awards did Edward Whitaker Gray receive?

Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[9] and Croonian Medal and Lecture[10].

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  11. [1] ↑ . SNAC. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  15. [15] ↑ . wikidata.org.

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