Joseph Thomson
Scottish geologist and explorer
Joseph Thomson was a Scottish geologist and explorer who played an important part in the Scramble for Africa. Thomson's gazelle and Thomson's Falls, Nyahururu, are named after him. Wikipedia
Born: February 14, 1858, Penpont, United Kingdom
Died: August 2, 1895 (age 37 years), London, United Kingdom
Nationality: Scottish
Awards: Founder's Gold Medal
Education: The University of Edinburgh
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