Caption
Alexander Wilson (1766-1813), teacher and ornithologist. Born in Paisley, Scotland, he emigrated to America in 1794 and became an American citizen in 1804. Many consider him to be the father of American ornithology. At the time of his death, seven of the planned nine volumes of his American Ornithology (1808-1814) had been published. The last two volumes were completed by his friend George Ord. From The Naturalist's Library, edited by William Jardine (Edinburgh and London 1839-1854) . Copperplate engraving, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated
Date
Aug 02, 2024
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BRK24E47_259
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