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Robert C. Thorne

1898 – 1960

American paleontologist

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Lived 1898 – 1960 (aged 61). Robert C. Thorne was an American paleontologist.

Robert C. Thorne working on Doedicurus skeleton prospect. 1926.

Robert Coin Thorne (25 November 1898 – 27 May 1960) was an American paleontologist.

Life Thorne was born in Ashley, Utah.

He participated at the 2nd Captain Marshall Field Paleontological Expedition in 1926. Other participants were Elmer S. Riggs (Leader and Photographer), Rudolf Stahlecker (Collector), and Felipe Mendez. The expedition started in April 1926 and finished in November 1926. The purpose was geology fossil collecting in Puerta Corral Quemado, Catamarca, Argentina, South America. The expedition was successful, and even new species like Stahleckeria were found during this collaboration.

He was a veteran of World War I, an experienced outdoors man, mule driver, and fossil collector. He was married to Constance and had with her a son, R. Neil Thorne. His letters about the expedition to his wife have 70 years later been published by their son at his own expense.

He died in Vernal, Utah.

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Important facts

Born
25 November 1898, Utah
Birth century
19th century
Died
27 May 1960, Vernal
Occupation
Paleontologist
Nationality
United States
Also known as
Robert Coin Thorne

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert C. Thorne?

American paleontologist (1898-1960)

When was Robert C. Thorne born?

Robert C. Thorne was born on 25 November 1898 in Utah.

When did Robert C. Thorne die?

Robert C. Thorne died on 27 May 1960 in Vernal.

What was Robert C. Thorne's occupation?

Robert C. Thorne was a paleontologist.

What nationality was Robert C. Thorne?

Robert C. Thorne was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert C. Thorne

· Wikidata: Q1401590

· DBpedia: Robert C. Thorne

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