Augustus Pitt Rivers
English general and archaeologist
Born
April 14th, 1827
198 years ago
Died
1900
125 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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Served in the British Army and reached the rank of general. Contributed significantly to the field of archaeology and ethnology, focusing on the systematic collection and classification of artifacts. Established the Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford, which houses extensive collections of archaeological and ethnographic materials, emphasizing the importance of context in the study of artifacts. His methods laid groundwork for modern archaeology by promoting rigorous standards in excavation and research.
Established the Pitt Rivers Museum
Advanced systematic collection methods
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