Richard Owen (1804-1892) English anatomist and paleontologist. He coined the word 'dinosaur' (terrible lizard) in 1841. Opposed Darwin's theory of natural selection. Director of the Natural History Museum, London. From 'The Illustrated London News', (London, 3 February 1872). Engraving.

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Richard Owen (1804-1892) English anatomist and paleontologist. He coined the word 'dinosaur' (terrible lizard) in 1841. Opposed Darwin's theory of natural selection. Director of the Natural History Museum, London. From 'The Illustrated London News', (London, 3 February 1872). Engraving.

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