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John McConnell Black

1855 – 1951

British botanist

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About John McConnell Black

Lived 1855 – 1951 (aged 96). John McConnell Black was a British and Australian linguist, botanist, explorer, botanical collector and scientific collector.

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Important facts

Birth century
Education
Edinburgh Academy
Awards
Clarke Medal; Australian Natural History Medallion; Mueller Medal; Member of the Order of the British Empire; Sir Joseph Verco Medal
Also known as
J.M.Black

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped John McConnell Black's

Frequently asked questions

Who was John McConnell Black?

British botanist (1855-1951)

When was John McConnell Black born?

John McConnell Black was born on 28 April 1855 in Wigtown.

When did John McConnell Black die?

John McConnell Black died on 2 December 1951 in Adelaide.

What was John McConnell Black's occupation?

John McConnell Black was a linguist, botanist, explorer, botanical collector and scientific collector.

What nationality was John McConnell Black?

John McConnell Black was British and Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John McConnell Black

· Wikidata: Q924556

· DBpedia: John McConnell Black

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