Pioneering fossil hunter recognised with blue plaque
Dorothea Bate discovered the dwarf elephant and the myotragus, an extinct goat-like antelope.
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"Bate's life was defined by her intense curiosity and desire to understand the natural world."
— Claudia Kenyatta , Executive
"Bate's achievements helped break through the glass ceiling and paved the way for women in palaeontology."
— Baroness Twycross , Politician
"The role of women scientists in natural history is often hidden - but Dorothea Bate's work with fossil mammals was both innovative and set a path for others."
— Dr Sandra Knapp , Academic
Key People
Gambling Minister.
Chief executive of Historic England.
A pioneering fossil hunter and palaeontologist recognized for her discoveries and contributions to the understanding of prehistoric animals.
Director of research at the Natural History Museum.
Co-CEO of Historic England.
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Dorothea Bate discovered the dwarf elephant and the myotragus, an extinct goat-like antelope.
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