Buchanan, George, Sir, 1831-1895
Variant namesEnglish sanitarian.
From the description of George Buchanan letter, 1863, Nov. 4, [London], to H.S. Scott. (Duke University). WorldCat record id: 35004339
George Buchanan was an epidemiologist and civil servant, best known for his work in understanding and preventing disease through public sanitation. Born and educated in London, he sought a number of appointments, and gained experience and a positive reputation. His study of disease at St. Giles parish was a keystone in modern epidemiology, helping to eliminate typhus from British cities, and his study of local drainage systems and water supplies led to further advances. He served on numerous government boards, and proved an able administrator and a practical, forward-thinking theorist.
From the description of George Buchanan letter to J.S. Storr, 1873 June 3. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 124067892
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| creatorOf | Buchanan, George, Sir, 1831-1895. George Buchanan letter, 1863, Nov. 4, [London], to H.S. Scott. | Duke University, Medical Center Library & Archives | |
| creatorOf | Buchanan, George, Sir, 1831-1895. George Buchanan letter to J.S. Storr, 1873 June 3. | Pennsylvania State University Libraries | |
| referencedIn | Scientists Collection, 1563-1973 | American Philosophical Society |
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| associatedWith | History of Medicine Collections (Duke University) | corporateBody |
| associatedWith | Storr, John Stephens, 1829-1895, | person |
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Birth 1831
Death 1895
Male
