A. F. R. Wollaston

A.F.R. Wollaston, also known as Alexander Frederick Richmond Wollaston or simply Sandy Wollaston, was a fascinating figure who wore many hats:

• Medical Doctor: Wollaston qualified as a surgeon in 1903 [Wikipedia].
• Explorer & Ornithologist: His passion lied in exploration and natural history. He traveled extensively, documented his journeys through writing, and even became a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society in 1907 [Wikipedia]. He had a particular interest in birds (ornithology).
• Botanist: In addition to birds, the natural world captivated Wollaston, and he was also a botanist [Wikipedia].
• Climber: Wollaston was an adventurous soul, and this extended to mountain climbing [Wikipedia]. One notable climb was his participation in the 1921 Mount Everest Expedition [Wikipedia].

Tragically, Wollaston's life was cut short in 1930 by a deranged student at Cambridge where he was a tutor [Wikipedia].