George Henry Kinahan facts for kids
George Henry Kinahan (born December 19, 1829 – died December 5, 1908) was an important Irish geologist and archaeologist. He studied rocks and the Earth's history. He also learned about ancient cultures. He worked for train companies first. Later, he joined the national team that mapped the Earth's geology.
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Discovering Earth's Secrets: George Henry Kinahan
Early Life and His Work
George Henry Kinahan was born in Ireland on December 19, 1829. His father, Daniel Kinahan, was a lawyer. George went to Trinity College, Dublin. There, he earned a special degree in Engineering.
He started his career working for railway companies. This work often involves understanding the ground. Later, he joined the Irish part of the Geological Survey of the United Kingdom. This was a big team led by Sir Roderick Impey Murchison. Their job was to map and understand the geology of the country.
George was very good at his job. He was promoted to Senior Geologist in 1861. In 1869, he became a District Surveyor. He worked for 36 years before retiring in 1890.
His Writings and Contributions
George Kinahan wrote many articles. These were often published in scientific magazines. Some of these included the Journal of the Geological Society of Dublin. He also wrote for the Irish Naturalist. He was a member of the council for the Royal Irish Academy. This group helps promote learning and research in Ireland.
He wrote several important books too. These books helped people learn about geology. Some of his main works include:
- Manual of the Geology of Ireland (1878) – This book was like a guide to Ireland's geology.
- Valleys, and their relation to Fissures, Fractures, and Faults (1875) – This explained how valleys form.
- Handy Book of Rock Names (1873) – A useful guide for identifying different rocks.
- A Handy Book on the Reclamation of Waste Lands in Ireland; and Superficial and Agricultural Geology, Ireland (1908) – This book looked at how to improve land for farming.
Later Life
George Henry Kinahan passed away on December 5, 1908. He died at his home in Fairview, Dublin. He left behind a legacy of important geological knowledge.
