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Birth
Born in Shrewsbury, England. -
Education
Charles enrolled at the University of Edinburgh. He originally planned to but a medical student, but he transferred to Cambridge to study theology. -
The Voyage
The H.M.S Beagle left England. Charles was aboard as the ships naturalist. -
Return
The H.M.S. Beagle returned to England -
Observations
Darwin started observing his collections in London. -
Marriage
Charles married Emma Wedgwood. -
Daughters death
His daughter Anniedied of fever. She was only ten years old. -
Presentation
Darwin and Wallace presented their ideas to the Linnean society. Their response was muted. -
Origin of Species
The Origin of Species was published. It told about his theories of evolution. -
Sickness
Charles became seriously ill. He consulted many doctors but none could find the problem. -
The Descent of Man
The descent of man was published. It stated that man came from a less organized form. -
Death
Charles passed away. He was given a state funeral and he was buried in Westminster Abbey.