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Robert Knox, Scottish surgeon and zoologist (born 1791)

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Robert Knox (surgeon)

Scottish physician, anatomist, geologist and ethnologist (1791–1862)

Robert Knox was a Scottish anatomist and ethnologist best known for his involvement in the Burke and Hare murders. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Knox eventually partnered with anatomist and former teacher John Barclay and became a lecturer on anatomy in the city, where he…
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December 20

Day of the year

December 20 is the 354th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 11 days remain until the end of the year.
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