Archibald Menzies (pronounced /ˈmɪŋɪs/ MING-iss, see Yogh), 15 March 1754 – 15 February 1842) was a Scottish surgeon and naturalist.
Menzies was born at Easter Stix (or Styx) in the parish of Weem, in Perthshire. While working with his elder brother William at the Royal Botanic Gardens, he drew the attention of Dr John Hope, professor of botany at Edinburgh University, who encouraged him to study medicine there. Having qualified as a surgeon, Men...
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