"When I realized, in 1978, that Lucy did represent a new species of human ancestor, and that I had an opportunity to name this new species, I realized this was a revolutionary step in understanding human origins"
- Donald Johanson
About this Quote
Donald Johanson's quote is a reflection on the momentous discovery he made in 1978. He had discovered a new types of human ancestor, which he called Lucy. This discovery was an advanced step in comprehending human origins, as it provided a concrete link in between human beings and our ancient forefathers. It was a major development in the field of sociology, and it allowed us to acquire a better understanding of our evolutionary history. Johanson's discovery was a major turning point in the research study of human origins, and it has assisted us to acquire a much better understanding of our past.
This quote is written / told by Donald Johanson somewhere between June 28, 1943 and today. He/she was a famous Scientist from USA.
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