Julius von Haast
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Sir Johann Franz Julius von Haast KCMG FRS (1 May 1822 – 16 August 1887) was a German-born New Zealand explorer, geologist, and founder of the Canterbury Museum in Christchurch.
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Sir Julius von Haast | |
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Director of Canterbury Museum | |
In office 3 December 1867 – 16 August 1887 (1867-12-03 – 1887-08-16) | |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | Henry Ogg Forbes |
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Born | Johann Franz Julius Haast (1822-05-01)1 May 1822 Bonn, Kingdom of Prussia |
Died | 16 August 1887(1887-08-16) (aged 65) Christchurch, New Zealand |
Resting place | Holy Trinity Avonside |
Alma mater | University of Bonn |
Occupation | Explorer, geologist |
Employer | Canterbury College, Christchurch |
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