Augustus Pitt Rivers

English general and archaeologist

Augustus Pitt Rivers - Scientists & Innovators born April 14th, 1827
Born
Died

1900
126 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

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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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