Charles Darwin and the voyage of the Beagle

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I have stated in the preface to the first Edition of this work, and in the Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle, that it was in consequence of a wish expressed by Captain Fitz Roy, of having some scientific person on board, accompanied by an offer from him of giving up part of his own accommodations, that I volunteered my services, which received, through the kindness of the hydrographer, Captain Beaufort, the sanction of the Lords of the Admiralty.

subjects: Beagle Expedition (1831-1836),  Beagle Expedition (1831-1836) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n50077067

People: Charles Darwin (1809-1882)

Places: South America,  the Galapogos Islands

Times: 19th century