William Buckland
William Buckland was a 19th-century British geologist and theologian, best known for his early work in paleontology. He made significant contributions to the understanding of extinct species and was the first to describe a dinosaur. His legacy includes the discovery of ancient human remains in Wales, which were later subjected to radiocarbon dating, revealing their remarkable age and challenging previous historical narratives.
Born on Mar 12, 1784 (241 years old)
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William Buckland was a theologian and geologist who insisted that a human skeleton he discovered was no more than 2,000 years old.
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