Increase A. Lapham
Botanist and author of natural history
Born
March 7th, 1811
214 years ago
Died
1875
150 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the field of botany in the 19th century. Served as a scientific advisor for various expeditions. Authored numerous publications on natural history, including detailed studies of the flora of Wisconsin. Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters.
Published 'Geological and Natural History of Wisconsin'
Contributed to the founding of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters
Conducted extensive studies of Wisconsin's plants and geology
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