Thomas Henry Huxley

Thomas Henry Huxley (4 May 1825 – 29 June 1895) was an English biologist and anthropologist who specialised in comparative anatomy. He is known as "Darwin's Bulldog" for his advocacy of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. Huxley played a key role in the 1860 Oxford evolution debate and in promoting science education in Britain. He coined the term "agnosticism" in 1869. Despite limited formal schooling, he became a leading scientist, known for his work on invertebrates and vertebrates, including his conclusion that birds evolved from dinosaurs. Huxley's advocacy for evolution had a significant impact on society. He also contributed to public discourse on science, religion, and education, often clashing with traditional beliefs and figures like Richard Owen and Samuel Wilberforce.