Francis de Chaumont facts for kids
Francis Stephen Bennet François de Chaumont (born April 7, 1833 – died April 18, 1888) was a British Army surgeon. He was a medical officer who helped care for soldiers. He also became a very respected scientist.
Early Life and Education
Francis de Chaumont was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. His mother was Scottish, and his father was French. He went to school at the Edinburgh High School. Later, he studied at the University of Edinburgh. This is where he learned to become a doctor.
Army Career
In 1854, de Chaumont joined the British Army's medical team. He started as an assistant surgeon. His first posting was at Parkhurst Barracks on the Isle of Wight.
He served in important conflicts during his time in the army:
- Crimean War: In 1855, he was with the Rifle Brigade during the Crimean War. He was present at the Siege of Sevastopol. This was a major battle.
- Indian Mutiny: From 1856 to 1861, he served again with the Rifle Brigade. This was during the Indian Mutiny.
- Malta: He also spent a year working in Malta from 1861 to 1862.
Work at Netley
The Army Medical School was a special place. It trained army doctors. In 1866, this school moved to Netley, Hampshire. Surgeon Major de Chaumont was given an important job there. He became the Assistant Professor of Military Hygiene. This meant he taught about keeping soldiers healthy. He taught how to prevent diseases in army camps.
In 1876, he became a full Professor. This happened after the previous professor, Edmund Alexander Parkes, passed away.
Scientific Recognition
Francis de Chaumont was known for his scientific work. On June 12, 1879, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society. This is a very high honor for scientists in the United Kingdom. It means he was recognized as a leading expert in his field.
Later Life
Francis de Chaumont passed away in 1888. He died at his home in Woolston, Southampton. He was buried at St Mary Extra in Sholing. He had married Eleanor Tempest Gray in 1865. They had a large family together.
