George Edward Massee
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George Edward Massee (20/12/1845-16/2/1917)
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George Edward Massee 20 December 1845 - 16 February 1917
Massee had an early interest in natural history, publishing an article on British woodpeckers at the age of 16 and compiling a portfolio of botanical paintings. Through the influence of Richard Spruce, a family relative, he was able to travel on a botanical expedition to Panama and Ecuador, where, despite considerable hardships, he collected orchids and other plants.
On his return, Massee joined the French Foreign Legion, hoping to see combat in the Franco-Prussian War, but, the war being almost over, he was prevailed upon to return home to the farm. He had nonetheless gained a "4th Chasseurs" tattoo on his arm as a result of his brief military adventure.
Beatrix Potter, whose mycological interests he encouraged, called him "a very pleasant kind gentleman."
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references and external links
- Kent DH & Allen DE. 1984. British and Irish Herbaria. London.
