Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward
Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward was an English physician and botanist renowned for inventing the Wardian case, a sealed glass container that enabled the successful transport of plants across long distances. His fascination with botany began in childhood during a trip to Jamaica, and despite his medical career, he dedicated much of his life to studying plants. His invention not only allowed delicate species to survive maritime journeys but also revolutionized global agriculture and trade in the 19th century.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panama | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 4,051 | $76,000 | 71$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,314,768 | 4,051 | $76,000 | 71$ |
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Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward invented a mini greenhouse that transformed the transportation of plants.
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