Sir John Woodward

Sir John Woodward was a pioneering English naturalist and geologist in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He contributed to the understanding of Earth's history, including studying fossils and stratigraphy—the layers of rock and sediment. Woodward was known for applying careful scientific methods to investigate natural phenomena, helping to lay the groundwork for modern geology. His work provided important insights into the Earth's formation and the history recorded in its layers, making him a significant figure in early Earth sciences.