About Ellis Le Geyt Troughton
Lived 1893 – 1974 (aged 81). Ellis Le Geyt Troughton was an Australian zoologist.
Ellis Le Geyt Troughton (born in Sydney on 29 April 1893; died 30 November 1974) was an Australian zoologist and mammalogist.
Biography Ellis Troughton began to exercise his interest in mammals at fourteen years of age, taking a role at the Australian Museum in 1908. He continued to be employed there as curator after returning from military service as a stretcher bearer in the European war during the years 1917 and 1918.
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Who was Ellis Le Geyt Troughton?
Australian mammalogist (1893–1974)
When was Ellis Le Geyt Troughton born?
Ellis Le Geyt Troughton was born on 29 April 1893 in Sydney.
When did Ellis Le Geyt Troughton die?
Ellis Le Geyt Troughton died on 30 November 1974.
What was Ellis Le Geyt Troughton's occupation?
Ellis Le Geyt Troughton was a zoologist.
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Ellis Le Geyt Troughton was Australian.
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