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Born in London
Jane Goodall was born in London. She has been fascinated with animals at a young age. -
Works at Museum
Jane works as a secretary to earn some money but dreams of working with animals. -
Begins observing Chimps
Jane begins observing chimps at Gombe Stream Game Reserve in Tanzania. -
Jane goes to school
Jane has never been to college before but one of her friends wishes that she goes to get more information for her research. -
Pictures + Love
Hugo van Lawick is assigned to take famous pictures of Jane. Two years later they get married. -
Chimp books
Jane and Hugo have a son named Hugo after his father. Jane starts to write some of her famous Chimp books. -
Discoveries
Jane discovers that chips sometimes do eat other chimps (Cannibalism). They also make tools to help them find food in the ground. -
Jane Goodall Institute Created
The Jane Goodall Institute is created. This focuses on bringing in money to support animals and their environments. -
The Jane Goodall Sanctuary was founded
This rehab center cares for more than 150 chimpanzees. -
Roots and Shoots
Creates youth organization called Roots & Shoots. Where awareness of animals and habitats are talked about.