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Main image: The inaugural geological map of Britain, released by William Smith in 1815. Inset: A portrait of English geologist William Smith from 1837.
1815: The Legacy of William Smith – Father of Modern Geologic Mapping

William Smith's 1815 geologic map of Britain marked a turning point in geology, offering detailed insights based on extensive field observations. Initially overlooked due to his outsider status, Smith's innovative mapping techniques eventually earned him [...]