James Hall (paleontologist)

James Hall Jr. (September 12, 1811 – August 7, 1898) was an American geologist and paleontologist. He was a noted authority on stratigraphy and had an influential role in the development of paleontology in the United States.

James Hall
BornSeptember 12, 1811
DiedAugust 7, 1898(1898-08-07) (aged 86)
CitizenshipAmerican
AwardsHayden Memorial Geological Award (1890)
Scientific career
Fieldsgeologist, paleontologist, stratigraphy
Doctoral advisorAmos Eaton, Ebenezer Emmons
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