William Henry Edwards
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For the Canadian politician, see William Henry Edwards (politician).
William Henry Edwards (March 15, 1822 – April 2, 1909) was an American businessman and entomologist. He was an industrial pioneer in the coalfields of West Virginia, opening some of the earliest mines in the southern part of the state. He was also a prominent naturalist specializing in the study of butterflies. He wrote The Butterflies of North America, a three-volume treatise that is highly regarded for its scholarship and the quality of its illustrations.
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William Henry Edwards | |
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Born | (1822-03-15)15 March 1822 Hunter, New York, U.S. |
Died | 2 April 1909(1909-04-02) (aged 87) Coalburg, West Virginia, U.S. |
Known for | A Voyage Up the River Amazon |
Spouse |
Catherine Colt Tappan
(m. 1851) |
Children | 3 |
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