This article is about the American mycologist and naturalist. For others, see George Atkinson.
George Francis Atkinson
Born
(1854-01-26)January 26, 1854
Raisinville, Michigan, U.S.
Died
November 14, 1918(1918-11-14) (aged 64)
Tacoma, Washington, U.S.
Alma mater
Cornell University
Occupations
Mycologist
botanist
entomologist
ornithologist
naturalist
photographer
writer
George Francis Atkinson (January 26, 1854 – November 14, 1918) was an American botanist and mycologist.[1]: 6–8
He was born on January 26, 1854, in Raisinville, Michigan, and died on November 14, 1918. He was the son of Joseph and Josephine Atkinson (née Fish). He studied at Olivet College from 1878 to 1883 and obtained his bachelor's degree from Cornell University in 1885. He is best known for his contributions to the fields of mycology and botany.
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