Sir George Rawlinson (historian)

Sir George Rawlinson was a British historian and scholar, renowned for his work on ancient civilizations, especially ancient Persia and the Bible’s history. Lived from 1812 to 1902, he contributed significantly to classical studies and was a respected authority on Middle Eastern history. His writings helped popularize understanding of ancient cultures and their languages, combining scholarly rigor with accessible explanations. Rawlinson's expertise and published works played an influential role in 19th-century historical scholarship, making complex historical and archaeological topics understandable to both academics and general readers.