Sir Charles Wyville Thomson FRSE FRS FLS FGS FZS was a Scottish natural historian and marine zoologist. He served as the chief scientist on the Challenger expedition; his work there revolutionized oceanography and led to his being knighted. Wikipedia
Born: March 5, 1830, Linlithgow, United Kingdom
Died: March 10, 1882 (age 52 years), Linlithgow, United Kingdom
Education: Merchiston Castle School, Edinburgh and The University of Edinburgh
Nationality: Scottish
Known for: Challenger expedition