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Charles Darwin is born
Born the fifth of six children to a wealthy doctor. -
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Charles Darwin sails on the HMS Beagle
Charles Darwin sails aboard the nearly 5 year journey of the HMS Beagle. He observes geology and collects specimens for appraisal. -
The HMS Beagle reaches the Galapagos Islands
The archipeligo is sighted off the coast of Peru. -
The HMS Beagle leaves the islands
After surveying and collecting samples and food, the expedition leave the islands. -
Darwin begins his essay on the theory of natural selection
Darwin starts what he thought would be a short essay detailing his theory. -
Origin of Species is publically sold
The book is so popular that the 1,250 copies printed almost sell out on the first day. -
Charles Darwin's views are constantly attacked
Even 10 years after it's publication, those against Darwin's theory are still vocal. The book was seen as incompatible with the majority view of the events in the bible being the only truth. -
Darwin dies
After many lifelong bouts with illness, Darwin dies at Down House. His works are still debated ferverently today.
